Translation of German word "Brille" to English
dieBrille
/bʁɪlə/
Meaning
NounSpectacles, frames bearing two lenses worn in front of the eyes.
How to use
The feminine noun Brille ('glasses / spectacles') declines regularly (plural Brillen). Note: like Hose, it is grammatically singular in German when referring to a single pair of glasses (Ich trage eine Brille — I wear glasses), unlike English or Russian where it is plural-only.
🇬🇧 English
Glasses
Example
Meine Brille ist kaputt.
My glasses are broken.
Ich brauche eine neue Brille.
I need new glasses.
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Common phrases
- Brille tragen— to wear glasses
- Brille aufsetzen— to put on glasses
- Sonnenbrille— sunglasses (related compound)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Brille"?▼
The German word "die Brille" is defined as: "Spectacles, frames bearing two lenses worn in front of the eyes."
What does the German word "die Brille" mean?▼
The German word "die Brille" means "Glasses" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Brille"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Brille"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Meine Brille ist kaputt." (which translates as "My glasses are broken.").
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