Translation of German word "die" to English
die
/diː/
Meaning
ArticleUsed before a noun phrase, including a simple noun The definite grammatical article that shows that the noun phrase that immediately follows it is definitely identifiable... ...because it has already been mentioned, is to be completely specified in the same sentence, or very shortly thereafter.
How to use
The definite article 'die' is used for feminine nouns. It indicates that the noun it precedes is specific or previously mentioned. A common mistake is to use 'die' with masculine or neuter nouns, which can change the meaning entirely.
🇬🇧 English
the (fem.)
Example
Der Lehrer erklärte, was das (weiblich) in diesem Zusammenhang bedeutet.
The teacher explained what the (feminine) means in this context.
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- die Frau— the woman
- die Stadt— the city
- die Universität— the university
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What is the definition of the German word "die"?▼
The German word "die" is defined as: "Used before a noun phrase, including a simple noun The definite grammatical article that shows that the noun phrase that immediately follows it is definitely identifiable... ...because it has already been mentioned, is to be completely specified in the same sentence, or very shortly thereafter."
What does the German word "die" mean?▼
The German word "die" means "the (fem.)" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "die"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "die" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "die"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Lehrer erklärte, was das (weiblich) in diesem Zusammenhang bedeutet." (which translates as "The teacher explained what the (feminine) means in this context.").
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