Mauritius
An island nation in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. Its capital is Port Louis.
EXAMPLE
Mauritius wurde 1968 von Großbritannien unabhängig.
Mauritius became independent from Great Britain in 1968.
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Meanings
Mauritius
The largest island of the country of the same name in the Indian Ocean.
EXAMPLE
Die Insel Mauritius ist von Korallenriffen umgeben.
The island of Mauritius is surrounded by coral reefs.
Forms
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | Mauritius |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | Mauritius | – |
| accusative | Mauritius | – |
| dative | Mauritius | – |
| genitive | Mauritius | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Context clues
When discussing topics such as government, elections, and international treaties, “Mauritius” refers to the country. When talking about beaches, coasts, or the interior of the island, it usually refers to the island itself.
EXAMPLE
Mauritius hat mit mehreren Staaten ein Handelsabkommen geschlossen.
Mauritius has signed a trade agreement with several countries.
An der Westküste von Mauritius gibt es viele Sandstrände.
There are many sandy beaches on the west coast of Mauritius.
Political connections
In political texts, “Beziehungen zu Mauritius” (relations with Mauritius), “ein Abkommen mit Mauritius” (an agreement with Mauritius), and “die Regierung von Mauritius” (the government of Mauritius) are typical collocations. With “zu” and “mit,” Mauritius refers to the state partner in each case.
EXAMPLE
Die Ministerin möchte die wirtschaftlichen Beziehungen zu Mauritius stärken.
The minister wants to strengthen economic relations with Mauritius.
Travel destination and stay
When Mauritius is the destination of a trip, use “nach Mauritius” (to Mauritius). A stay on the island is described with “auf Mauritius” (in Mauritius).
EXAMPLE
Wir fliegen im November nach Mauritius.
We are flying to Mauritius in November.
Meine Schwester verbringt zwei Wochen auf Mauritius.
My sister is spending two weeks in Mauritius.
In real life
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