Irland
/ˈɪrlant/neuter
Ireland in German is Irland.
Irland refers to the country of Ireland.
Meaning: country (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
When describing a location within the country, use the preposition in (e.g., in Irland). When expressing movement toward the country, use the preposition nach (e.g., nach Irland).
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈɪrlant/
Did you know?
- In formal diplomatic German, the term Irland typically refers to the entire island, whereas die Republik Irland specifies the sovereign state.
- In German, the name Irland is often associated with the poetic title Grüne Insel, which means 'Green Island'.
- The pronunciation of the first syllable in Irland in German relies on a short 'i' sound, unlike the more elongated 'eye' sound found in English.
Examples in context
- Dublin ist in Irland.Dublin is in Ireland.This sentence shows how to use Irland to state a location.Tatoeba #8516782 by Luiaard, translation #2974636 by CM
- Ich gehe nach Irland.I'll go to Ireland.This sentence demonstrates using Irland with the preposition for movement.Tatoeba #11466809 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2977160 by sundown
- Dublin liegt in Irland.Dublin is located in Ireland.This sentence illustrates the use of Irland when describing where something is located.Tatoeba #8516783 by Luiaard, translation #8574153 by shekitten
- Ich möchte gerne nach Irland reisen.I would like to travel to Ireland.
- Die Landschaft in Irland ist atemberaubend.The landscape in Ireland is breathtaking.
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Example conversation
Lukas and Sarah are looking at a map in a cafe.
- LukasIst das Irland?Is that Ireland?
- SarahJa, das ist Irland.Yes, that is Ireland.
- LukasMöchtest du nach Irland reisen?Would you like to travel to Ireland?
- SarahJa, ich liebe Irland.Yes, I love Ireland.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ireland” translations and entries Irland, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
