Translation of German word "Buch" to English
dasBuch
/buːx/
Meaning
NounA collection of sheets of paper bound together to hinge at one edge, containing printed or written material, pictures, etc.
How to use
The neuter noun Buch ('book') declines regularly (genitive des Buches). In the plural, it gets an umlaut: Bücher (die Bücher).
🇬🇧 English
book
Example
Ich habe ein Buch gelesen.
I read a book.
Meine Schwester hat ein Buch von Goethe.
My sister has a book by Goethe.
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Common phrases
- ein Buch lesen— to read a book
- ein Buch schreiben— to write a book
- Bestseller— bestseller (related noun)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Buch"?▼
The German word "das Buch" is defined as: "A collection of sheets of paper bound together to hinge at one edge, containing printed or written material, pictures, etc."
What does the German word "das Buch" mean?▼
The German word "das Buch" means "book" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Buch"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe ein Buch gelesen." (which translates as "I read a book.").
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