Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein (name) means a tiny country in Central Europe between Switzerland and Austria, officially the Principality of Liechtenstein. Example: “Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world, with Vaduz as its capital.”
How to use Liechtenstein
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small German-speaking principality in the Alps.
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_____ is one of the smallest countries in the world, with Vaduz as its capital.
Etymology
Named after the ruling Liechtenstein dynasty, whose name comes from Liechtenstein Castle in Austria — from German licht ("light, bright") and Stein ("stone"), so literally "bright stone."
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What does “Liechtenstein” mean?
The word “Liechtenstein” means a tiny country in Central Europe between Switzerland and Austria, officially the Principality of Liechtenstein. In plain terms, a small German-speaking principality in the Alps.
How do you pronounce “Liechtenstein”?
“Liechtenstein” is pronounced LIHK-tuhn-styn (/ˈlɪk.tən.staɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Liechtenstein” in a sentence?
Here is “Liechtenstein” used in a sentence: “Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world, with Vaduz as its capital.”
What part of speech is “Liechtenstein”?
“Liechtenstein” is a name.
Where does the word “Liechtenstein” come from?
The word “Liechtenstein” comes from German. Named after the ruling Liechtenstein dynasty, whose name comes from Liechtenstein Castle in Austria — from German licht ("light, bright") and Stein ("stone"), so literally "bright stone.".
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