Translation of German word "Eltern" to English
dieEltern
/ˈɛltɐn/
Meaning
NounPlural-only noun (die Eltern) meaning 'parents (mother and father)'.
How to use
die Eltern ('parents') is a plural-only noun (Pluraletantum): die Eltern (dative: den Eltern). Meine Eltern wohnen in Berlin — My parents live in Berlin.
🇬🇧 English
parents
Example
Ich mag es, Zeit mit meinen Eltern zu verbringen, aber meine Freunde finden das komisch.
I like spending time with my parents, but my friends find it weird.
Den Eltern richtig beizubringen, braucht Zeit und Übung.
Teaching parents correctly takes time and practice.
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Common phrases
- die Eltern besuchen— to visit one's parents
- stolze Eltern— proud parents
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What is the definition of the German word "die Eltern"?▼
The German word "die Eltern" is defined as: "Plural-only noun (die Eltern) meaning 'parents (mother and father)'."
What does the German word "die Eltern" mean?▼
The German word "die Eltern" means "parents" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Eltern"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich mag es, Zeit mit meinen Eltern zu verbringen, aber meine Freunde finden das komisch." (which translates as "I like spending time with my parents, but my friends find it weird.").
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