die Drittstaaten
Translation
third countries, third-party states
Examples
Die Regelung gilt für alle Drittstaaten.
The regulation applies to all third countries.
Waren aus Drittstaaten müssen verzollt werden.
Goods from third countries must be declared at customs.
Grammar Patterns
from ((third countries)) Waren aus Drittstaaten sind oft günstiger.
Similar Words
Nicht-EU-Länder (non-EU countries), Ausland (foreign countries)
Etymology
Composed of 'Dritt-' (third) and 'Staat' (state/country). Literally 'third state'.
Memory Tips
Think of countries that are a 'third party' to an agreement or union, like the EU.