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Westphalian

Westphalian

1 8.7
From the Westphalia region of Germany or about its people and culture
  • adjective
  • /wɛstˈfeɪliən/
: westfaliano
  • She enjoyed the traditional Westphalian dishes served at the festival.

Examples

  • Many Westphalian customs are still observed in the region today.

  • The museum displayed several Westphalian artifacts from the 18th century.

  • The Westphalian culture is rich in traditions.

  • Many Westphalian dishes are known for their hearty flavors.

  • The museum displayed several Westphalian artifacts from the 18th century.

  • She enjoyed the traditional Westphalian dishes served at the festival.

  • Many Westphalian customs are still observed in the region today.

Synonyms

German
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A person from Germany

relates to a specific region and its people, culture, or products

Surface Forms

Westphalian positive

Morphology

Westphalian = Westphalia (transparent) = Westphalia + ian

Direct adjectival formation from the place name; a B1 learner who knows Westphalia can infer 'relating to Westphalia'.

Etymology

Westphalian comes from the name of the region Westphalia in Germany. It simply means 'from Westphalia', so a Westphalian artifact, dish, or custom is something that comes from that region.