Why do we (Anglophones) use the native language name for some countries (Costa Rica, not Rich Coast), but not for others (Germany, not Deutschland)? 839 viewsJanuary 1, 2024 Question100.55K December 7, 2022 0 Comments Why do we (Anglophones) use the native language name for some countries (Costa Rica, not Rich Coast), but not for others (Germany, not Deutschland)? In: 4271 15 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted December 7, 2022 0 Comments I’m always intrigued that in English we have our own names for most Italian cities, and a few German ones. But for France and Spain we just use their correct names. Allowing for our terrible pronunciation of course. You are viewing 1 out of 15 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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