liechtenstein
liechtenstein — noun
1. a European principality, landlocked between Switzerland and Austria in the Rhine
a European principality, landlocked between Switzerland and Austria in the Rhine valley, with its capital at Vaduz.
Maja is planning a trip to Liechtenstein next summer to see the alpine scenery.
used without the definite article 'the'
Imran read a report about Liechtenstein's banking industry and its global reputation.
possessive: Liechtenstein's + noun
The principality of Liechtenstein has a population of around thirty-eight thousand people.
Xiu marked Liechtenstein on her map after learning about its location near the Rhine River.
Nora bought a souvenir from a shop in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein.
Gabriel learned that Liechtenstein covers only about one hundred and sixty square kilometres.
The Rhine River forms the western border of Liechtenstein before flowing into Lake Constance.
Vaduz Castle sits on a hillside overlooking the capital of Liechtenstein.
用法筆記
When referring to the country by name, no article is used (e.g., 'She lives in Liechtenstein,' not 'in the Liechtenstein'). The definite article 'the' is used in phrases such as 'the Principality of Liechtenstein' or 'the Liechtenstein government.'
常見錯誤
liechtenstein — adjective
1. of or connected with Liechtenstein, its inhabitants, or its customs.
of or connected with Liechtenstein, its inhabitants, or its customs.
The Liechtenstein government announced a new policy to support small businesses.
collocation: Liechtenstein government
Shirin bought a handmade item from a Liechtenstein artist at the European craft fair.
The Liechtenstein national football team played a friendly match against Switzerland.
Minh learned about Liechtenstein traditions from a documentary about Alpine culture.
用法筆記
The adjective has the same form as the country name: 'Liechtenstein.' It does not change for gender or number. The noun 'Liechtensteiner' refers to a person from Liechtenstein.