No. 2,169 in German
bern
"Bern" is not a standard German word; it is a proper noun referring to the capital city of Switzerland.
In a sentence
Ich war letztes Jahr in Bern.
I was in Bern last year.
The word 'Bern' refers to the capital city of Switzerland in this sentence.
Bernischen Spezialitäten sind bekannt für ihre Vielfalt.
Bernese specialties are known for their variety.
The word 'Bernische' is an adjective derived from 'Bern,' referring to things belonging to Bern, uniquely characterizing the specialties of the region.
Die Universität Bern bietet viele Studiengänge.
The University of Bern offers many degree programs.
'Bern' is part of the name of an educational institution, emphasizing its geographical location in Bern.
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