Translation of German word "Epoche" to English
dieEpoche
/ɛpoçe/
Meaning
NounA particular period of history, or of a person's life, especially one considered noteworthy or remarkable.
How to use
The feminine noun Epoche ('epoch / era / age') is borrowed from Greek and declines regularly (plural Epochen).
🇬🇧 English
epoch
Example
Die Epoche war sehr interessant.
The epoch was very interesting.
Die Epoche der Industrialisierung begann im 19. Jahrhundert.
The epoch of industrialization began in the 19th century.
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Common phrases
- neue Epoche— new epoch / era
- eine Epoche prägen— to shape / define an era
- geschichtliche Epoche— historical epoch
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What is the definition of the German word "die Epoche"?▼
The German word "die Epoche" is defined as: "A particular period of history, or of a person's life, especially one considered noteworthy or remarkable."
What does the German word "die Epoche" mean?▼
The German word "die Epoche" means "epoch" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Epoche"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Epoche der Renaissance war sehr kreativ." (which translates as "The epoch was very interesting.").
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