This is the 3922nd most frequent German word.
thurgau
Thurgau is a canton in northeastern Switzerland.
In this sentence, "Thurgau" is used as the name of a Swiss canton, indicating a geographical entity.
Thurgau ist ein Kanton in der Schweiz.
Thurgau is a canton in Switzerland.
Here, "Thurgauer" is an adjective form derived from the location "Thurgau," used to describe apples originating from this area.
Die Thurgauer Äpfeln sind bekannt für ihre Süße.
The Thurgovian apples are known for their sweetness.
In this example, "Thurgau" is again referenced as a location that serves as the destination of the planned trip.