schwäbisch
Swabian
Relating to the region of Swabia, its inhabitants, its culture, or its dialect.
EXAMPLE
Ich esse gerne schwäbische Maultaschen.
I like eating Swabian Maultaschen.
schwäbisch
Swabian
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Meanings
schwäbisch
Swabian
Relating to stereotypes associated with Swabians, especially thriftiness.
EXAMPLE
Ein eigenes Haus zu bauen, anstatt zu mieten, gilt als typisch schwäbische Tugend.
Building your own house instead of renting is considered a typically Swabian virtue.
Usage tips
Word formation
The adjective 'schwäbisch' (Swabian) is derived from the region 'Schwaben' (Swabia). The ending '-isch' is often used to form adjectives from regions or countries.
EXAMPLE
Die schwäbische Landschaft ist sehr hügelig.
The Swabian landscape is very hilly.
Typical collocations
'Schwäbisch' (Swabian) is often connected with culture, food, and geography. Typical combinations are 'die Schwäbische Alb' (the Swabian Jura, a mountain region), 'der schwäbische Dialekt' (the Swabian dialect), and 'schwäbische Spezialitäten' (Swabian specialties).
EXAMPLE
Viele Touristen wandern gerne auf der Schwäbischen Alb.
Many tourists enjoy hiking in the Swabian Jura.
Cultural context
The adjective is often associated with the stereotype of thriftiness and diligence. In Germany, this trait is often attributed to Swabians humorously or appreciatively.
EXAMPLE
Er legt immer Geld zur Seite, das ist seine schwäbische Ader.
He always puts money aside; that's his Swabian streak.
In real life
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