No. 274 in Slovenian
državni
"Državni" means "state" or "national" in English.
In a sentence
Slovenski državni simboli vključujejo zastavo, grb in himno.
Slovenian national symbols include the flag, coat of arms, and anthem.
The word "državni" here describes ownership or association with the state, as it refers to symbols that represent the nation-state.
Državni zbor je najvišji organ zakonodajne oblasti v Sloveniji.
The National Assembly is the highest body of legislative power in Slovenia.
In this sentence, "državni" relates to the official status and governance role of the Assembly at the state level.
Sprehodili smo se skozi državni park, kjer smo videli veliko živali.
We took a walk through the national park, where we saw many animals.
Here, "državni" indicates that the park is established, maintained, and administered by the government on behalf of the state.
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