Georgien
/ɡeˈɔʁɡiən/neuter
The English phrase Georgia is translated into German as Georgien. Wiktionary also lists Grusien.
Meaning: country of the Caucasus (name)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Georgien | /ɡeˈɔʁɡiən/ | neuter |
| Grusien | dated, neuter |
Georgien is used to refer to the country of Georgia located in the Caucasus.
Which one should you use?
Georgien is the standard modern German name for the country. Grusien is an obsolete or dated form of the name.
How does it change in a sentence?
Georgien is a neuter noun. In most contexts, it does not take an article, such as in the phrase Ich bin in Georgien.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡeˈɔʁɡiən/
Did you know?
- The difference between Georgien and Grusien is not about geography, but about which neighbor's influence a German speaker is following. Georgien connects the German name to the Greek root 'Georgos', while Grusien connects it to Slavic roots.
- The German word Georgien is a cognate of the English 'Georgia' and shares the same root as the German name Georg.
- The term Grusien is a linguistic relic of the 19th century, having been borrowed directly from the Russian name for the country. While it is now considered outdated, it still appears in older German historical texts and maps.
Examples in context
- Er ist aus Georgien.He's from Georgia.This sentence shows how to use Georgien when stating someone's origin.Tatoeba #860335 by Esperantostern, translation #838682 by Scott
- Sein Vaterland ist Georgien.His native country is Georgia.This sentence shows how to use Georgien when referring to a person's native country.Tatoeba #448400 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #12217615 by sundown
- Ich bin in Georgien sehr glücklich.I am very happy in Georgia.This sentence shows how to use Georgien to describe a feeling of happiness while in the country.Tatoeba #3075155 by pne, translation #1441287 by CN
- Ich plane eine Reise nach Georgien im nächsten Jahr.I'm planning a trip to Georgia next year.
- Letztes Wochenende habe ich eine Dokumentation über die kulinarischen Köstlichkeiten in Georgien gesehen.Last weekend, I watched a documentary about the culinary delights in Georgia.
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Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their upcoming travel plans.
- LukasWillst du nach Georgien reisen?Do you want to travel to Georgia?
- HannahJa, Georgien ist wunderschön.Yes, Georgia is beautiful.
- LukasIch möchte auch einmal dorthin.I would like to go there sometime too.
- HannahDann sollten wir zusammen planen.Then we should plan together.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “georgia” translations and entries Georgien, Grusien, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Grusien, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
