Translation of German word "Bad" to English
dasBad
/baːt/
Meaning
NounA pool of water used for swimming, usually one which has been artificially constructed.
How to use
The neuter noun Bad has two meanings: 'bathroom' (short for Badezimmer) or 'bath / spa / watering place'. Plural is Bäder (with umlaut). Note: the source translation is 'swimming pool' (бассейн), which is incorrect; swimming pool is Schwimmbad or Pool.
🇬🇧 English
swimming pool
Example
Das Bad ist sehr sauber.
The swimming pool is very clean.
Das Bad ist sehr groß und hat eine große Dusche.
The bathroom is very large and has a large shower.
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Common phrases
- ein Bad nehmen— to take a bath / bathe
- Badezimmer— bathroom (related)
- Heilbad— spa resort / health resort (related)
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Frequency rank: #356 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "das Bad"?▼
The German word "das Bad" is defined as: "A pool of water used for swimming, usually one which has been artificially constructed."
What does the German word "das Bad" mean?▼
The German word "das Bad" means "swimming pool" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Bad"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Bad ist sehr groß." (which translates as "The swimming pool is very clean.").
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