Germanique (en. Germanic)
/ʒɛʁ.ma.nik/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Relating to the Germanic peoples.
The Germanic languages include German and English.
Les langues germaniques incluent l'allemand et l'anglais.
Of Germanic origin or culture.
Germanic folk music is very popular in certain regions.
La musique folk germanique est très populaire dans certaines régions.
Characterized by Germanic cultural or historical traits.
He studies Germanic history to better understand Europe.
Il étudie l'histoire germanique pour mieux comprendre l'Europe.
Etymology
From Latin 'Germanicus', derived from 'Germani', referring to the Germans.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Germanic language
Language belonging to the family of Germanic languages.
langue germanique
Germanic culture
The traditions and practices of the Germanic peoples.
culture germanique
Related Words
Germain
Relating to the Germans or their culture.
germain
Teutonic
Pertaining to the Teutons, a Germanic group.
teutonic
Slang Meanings
Referring to a very rigid or serious person.
He is always so Germanic in his attitude!
Il est toujours si germanique dans son attitude!
Used to describe something geometrically structured.
This plan is very Germanic, everything is so well organized.
Ce plan est très germanique, tout est si bien ordonné.