Prusia (en. Prussia)
/ˈpɾu.θi.a/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Ancient kingdom that existed in northeastern Europe.
Prussia was an important cultural and military center in Europe.
Prusia fue un importante centro cultural y militar en Europa.
Historical region that today is part of Poland and Russia.
The territories of Prussia were disputed throughout history.
Los territorios de Prusia fueron disputados a lo largo de la historia.
Etymology
The term 'Prussia' comes from the Latin 'Prusia', which in turn derives from the name of the Baltic tribe 'Prus' that inhabited the region.
Common Phrases and Expressions
History of Prussia
Reference to the historical and cultural development of the ancient Prussian kingdom.
Historia de Prusia
Prussian army
It refers to the armed forces of the ancient kingdom of Prussia, recognized for their discipline and organization.
Ejército prusiano
Related Words
prussian
Adjective that refers to something related to Prussia.
prusiano
prussianism
Cultural or political movement related to Prussian identity.
prusianismo
Slang Meanings
Used to refer to someone who is very organized and methodical.
That person is very prussia, they always have everything under control.
Esa persona es muy prusia, siempre tiene todo bajo control.
Description of a person who is strict or militaristic in their way of being.
Don't be so prussia, relax a little.
No seas tan prusia, relájate un poco.