Translation of German word "Alter" to English
Alter
Meaning
NounA man, generally a younger man.
How to use
Alter (slang: 'dude / man / bro') — literally means 'old man / elder' but used colloquially as an exclamation or address. Alter, das ist nicht wahr! — Dude, that can't be true!
🇬🇧 English
dude
Example
Ey Alter, was hast du denn da schon wieder angestellt?
Hey dude, what have you done this time?
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- Alter, was machst du?— Dude, what are you doing?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "Alter"?▼
The German word "Alter" is defined as: "A man, generally a younger man."
What does the German word "Alter" mean?▼
The German word "Alter" means "dude" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Alter"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "Alter" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "Alter"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich benutze oft das Wort „Alter" im Alltag." (which translates as "Hey dude, what have you done this time?").
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