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The political organization of a country, including its government, institutions, laws, and territory.
Der Staat erhebt Steuern, um öffentliche Dienstleistungen zu finanzieren.
The state collects taxes to finance public services.
state
A constituent state within a federal state, such as a federal state in Germany or a state in the USA.
Die Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika bestehen aus 50 einzelnen Staaten.
The United States of America consists of 50 individual states.
to make a grand impression
An expression that is becoming outdated, meaning to make a big impression or show off through clothing or behavior.
Mit ihrem eleganten Abendkleid wollte sie auf dem Ball richtig Staat machen.
With her elegant evening dress, she wanted to make a real impression at the ball.
The adjective 'staatlich' is derived from the noun 'der Staat' (the state), and means 'coming from the state' or 'public'. The verb 'verstaatlichen' (to nationalize; to transfer into state ownership) also belongs to this word family.
Viele Museen sind staatliche Einrichtungen.
Many museums are state institutions.
'Staat' (state) is the basis for many important compound words. Examples include 'Staatsoberhaupt' (head of state), 'Staatsanwalt' (public prosecutor), or 'Staatsbürger' (citizen). The 's' in between is a typical linking element.
Um die deutsche Staatsbürgerschaft zu erhalten, muss man einige Bedingungen erfüllen.
To obtain German citizenship, one must meet several conditions.
Whether 'Staat' (state) means an entire country or a federal state depends on the context. If people are talking about the internal structure of Germany or the USA, it usually means a federal state. In international politics, it means a country.
Kalifornien ist der bevölkerungsreichste Staat der USA.
California is the most populous state in the USA.
The expression 'Staat machen' means to impress through one's appearance or clothing. In this idiom, 'Staat' is always used without an article. Today, it is considered somewhat outdated.
Mit seinem neuen Anzug wollte er bei der Feier richtig Staat machen.
With his new suit, he wanted to make a real impression at the celebration.
country / countryside / land
Land generally refers to a nation and its territory and can also include its population. Staat emphasizes the political organization with its government, institutions, and laws. Land is suitable for general characteristics; Staat is more precise for political tasks or actions.
Der deutsche Staat erlässt Gesetze für seine Bevölkerung.
The German state enacts laws for its population.
Deutschland ist ein dicht besiedeltes Land in Europa.
Germany is a densely populated country in Europe.
