Prussian Meaning in English
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Definition
Related to Prussia, a historic state in northern Europe, or describing a person from Prussia.
Usage & Nuances
Usually historical or cultural. 'Prussian' can be a noun (a person from Prussia) or an adjective (relating to Prussia). Modern Germany no longer contains Prussia. It is sometimes used to describe discipline or order ('Prussian discipline').
Spanish: prusiano - prusianaPortuguese (BR): prusiano - prussianaPortuguese (PT): prusiano - prussianaChinese (Simplified): 普鲁士的 - 普鲁士人Chinese (Traditional): 普魯士的 - 普魯士人Hindi: प्रशियनArabic: بروسيBengali: প্রুশীয়Russian: прусский - пруссак (человек из Пруссии)Japanese: プロイセンの - プロイセン人Vietnamese: Phổ - người PhổKorean: 프로이센의 - 프로이센 사람Turkish: Prusyalı - Prusya'ya aitUrdu: پروشیائیIndonesian: Prusia - orang Prusia
Example Sentences
In Europe, the word 'Prussian' often brings to mind strict traditions and military pride.
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Prussian kings ruled large parts of Europe.
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The Prussian army was very strong.
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She is studying Prussian history at university.
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He follows a very Prussian routine — strict and disciplined, every day.
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"My grandfather was a Prussian officer," she said proudly.
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