Danish
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Adj — Relating to Denmark, its people, language, or culture.
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Etymology
From Old English Denisċ ("Danish"), from Proto-Germanic *daniskaz — literally "of the Danes."
Full origin of Danish →Frequently asked questions
What does “Danish” mean?
The word “Danish” means relating to Denmark, its people, language, or culture. In plain terms, relating to Denmark, the Danish language, or (lowercase) the pastry named after it.
How do you pronounce “Danish”?
“Danish” is pronounced DAY-nihsh (/ˈdeɪ.nɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Danish” in a sentence?
Here is “Danish” used in a sentence: “Danish design is known for its clean, simple lines.”
What part of speech is “Danish”?
Depending on how it is used, “Danish” can be an adjective, a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Danish” come from?
The word “Danish” comes from Old English. From Old English Denisċ ("Danish"), from Proto-Germanic *daniskaz — literally "of the Danes.".
Is “Danish” a common word?
“Danish” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Danish” have?
“Danish” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Denmark, its people, language, or culture.
What is the difference between "Danish" and "Dutch"?
"Danish" refers to Denmark, its people, and its language, while "Dutch" refers to the Netherlands, its people, and its language. The two are often confused, but they describe two different countries.
Why is a "Danish" pastry called Danish?
The pastry is called a "Danish" because this style of sweet, flaky, layered pastry is associated with Denmark. The full name "Danish pastry" is often shortened to just "a Danish", especially in American English.
What language is "Danish", and which languages is it related to?
"Danish" is the language spoken in Denmark. It is a North Germanic language closely related to Norwegian and Swedish, and speakers of the three languages can often understand one another to some degree.
When should "Danish" be capitalised?
"Danish" is always written with a capital "D" because it derives from the proper noun Denmark, whether it refers to the nationality, the language, or the pastry. This holds even mid-sentence, as in "a cheese Danish".