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How to Say ‘the Island of Rügen’ in German

die Insel Rügen

💬 Usage Tip: 'Insel' means 'island' and is feminine.

🇩🇪 In Germany: Known for its stunning chalk cliffs, it boasts beautiful beaches and nature parks.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

die

[dee]

the

A definite article used for feminine nouns in German.

Example

Die Straße ist lang.

The street is long.

Insel

[IN-zel]

island

A landmass smaller than a continent surrounded by water.

Example

Die Insel ist malerisch.

The island is picturesque.

Rügen

[ROO-gen]

Rügen

The largest island in Germany located in the Baltic Sea.

Example

Die Insel Rügen ist ein Urlaubsziel.

The island Rügen is a holiday destination.

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