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“border area” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgʁɛnt͡sgəˌbiːt/

Example

Das Grenzgebiet ist stark bewacht.

The border area is heavily guarded.

Illustration for Grenzgebiet (border area)

How to say “border area” in German

“Border area” in German is Grenzgebiet.

A zone beside a boundary where two countries come close enough for movement, control, and local ties to meet.

Full entry for Grenzgebiet: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Grenzgebiet

In einem militärischen Grenzgebiet sind Bewegungen oft streng reglementiert.

In a military border area, movement is often strictly regulated.

Tips for using Grenzgebiet

  • German uses im Grenzgebiet for location in a border area, while an der Grenze refers more directly to being at the boundary line.

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