das Schloss Sanssouci
the Sanssouci Palace
Language note: 'Sanssouci' means 'without a care' in French, tied to its carefree architectural style.
Culture note: A former Prussian king's summer palace, famous for its beautiful gardens and classical style.
Context: Their final stop is in Potsdam, where they stroll through the gardens of a palace built by a Prussian king.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
das
[dahs]
the
A definite article used for neuter nouns in German.
Das Dach ist neu.
The roof is new.
Schloss
[SHLOSS]
castle
A large fortified building or residence.
Das Schloss ist grandios.
The castle is grand.
Sanssouci
[SANS-soo-see]
Sanssouci
A famous rococo palace in Potsdam, Germany.
Das Schloss Sanssouci war Friedrich dem Großen's Sommerpalast.
Sanssouci Palace was Frederick the Great's summer palace.
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