German word

algerisch

Pronunciation

IPA/alˈgeːʁɪʃ/

Meaning

  • adjectiveAlgerian

Example

Ich kenne eine algerische Frau.

I know an Algerian woman.

Illustration for algerisch (Algerian)

More examples

Viele Autoren diskutieren die algerische Identität.

Many authors discuss Algerian identity.

Core concept

A person, object, or style with a clear connection to Algeria.

Common phrases

  • algerische Literatur

    Algerian literature

  • algerische Identität

    Algerian identity

Similar words

nordafrikanisch: Connected with, originating from, or characteristic of North Africa.
arabisch: Related to Arab culture, the Arabic language, or Arab traditions.
maghrebinisch: Connected with the Maghreb, the region of northwest Africa.

Definition in German

Aus Algerien kommend oder für Algerien typisch; drückt Zugehörigkeit oder Herkunft aus.

Word origin

Algerisch combines Algerien, ultimately from French Algérie and Arabic al-Jaza'ir, with the adjective-forming suffix -isch.

Usage tips

  • As an adjective, algerisch is lowercase in German and takes normal adjective endings, as in eine algerische Frau.

Related words

  • algerischstämmigof Algerian descentadjective

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