Prussia
1 synonym for Prussia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A historical kingdom and later German state in Northeast Europe, powerful from the 1700s until it was dissolved after World War II.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use Prussia
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the Kingdom of Prussia
East Prussia
Etymology
From New Latin Prussia, a name applied by medieval chroniclers to the region, of uncertain deeper origin, possibly linked to old Baltic words for the local peoples.
Full origin of Prussia →Frequently asked questions
What does “Prussia” mean?
The word “Prussia” means a historical kingdom and later German state in Northeast Europe, powerful from the 1700s until it was dissolved after World War II. In plain terms, a former powerful German kingdom/state that no longer exists as a political entity.
How do you pronounce “Prussia”?
“Prussia” is pronounced PRUH-shuh (/ˈpɹʌ.ʃə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Prussia” in a sentence?
Here is “Prussia” used in a sentence: “Prussia played a central role in the unification of Germany in 1871.”
What part of speech is “Prussia”?
“Prussia” is a noun.
Where does the word “Prussia” come from?
The word “Prussia” comes from New Latin. From New Latin Prussia, a name applied by medieval chroniclers to the region, of uncertain deeper origin, possibly linked to old Baltic words for the local peoples.
Is “Prussia” a common word?
“Prussia” is an uncommon word in modern English.
