Translation of German word "Baby" to English
dasBaby
/baːbi/
Meaning
NounA very young human, particularly from birth to a couple of years old or until walking is fully mastered. A very young human, even if not yet born.
How to use
The neuter noun Baby ('baby') is borrowed from English. It declines regularly in singular and has the plural ending -s (Babys).
🇬🇧 English
baby
Example
Ihr Baby war schon vor seiner Geburt immer aktiv gewesen, wenn es gegen seine Blase trat.
Even before birth, your baby had always been active kicking his bladder.
Ihr Baby war schon vor seiner Geburt immer aktiv gewesen, wenn es gegen seine Blase trat.
Even before birth, your baby had always been active kicking his bladder.
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Common phrases
- schlafendes Baby— sleeping baby
- ein Baby bekommen— to have / give birth to a baby
- das Baby weint— the baby cries / is crying
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What is the definition of the German word "das Baby"?▼
The German word "das Baby" is defined as: "A very young human, particularly from birth to a couple of years old or until walking is fully mastered. A very young human, even if not yet born."
What does the German word "das Baby" mean?▼
The German word "das Baby" means "baby" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Baby"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Baby"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Baby ist sehr freundlich." (which translates as "Even before birth, your baby had always been active kicking his bladder.").
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