Translation of German word "Erde" to English
dieErde
/ɛʁ.ðə/
Meaning
NounThe Earth, our planet; also soil, the ground you dig in.
How to use
Erde ('earth / soil / ground') is feminine: die Erde (plural: die Erden). Auf der Erde — On Earth / on the ground. Blumenerde — Potting soil.
🇬🇧 English
earth
Example
Die Erde ist kalt.
The earth is cold.
Die Erde ist voller Leben.
The earth is full of life.
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Common phrases
- Erdbeere— strawberry
- Erdkunde— geography
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What is the definition of the German word "die Erde"?▼
The German word "die Erde" is defined as: "The Earth, our planet; also soil, the ground you dig in."
What does the German word "die Erde" mean?▼
The German word "die Erde" means "earth" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Erde"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Erde"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Erde ist kalt." (which translates as "The earth is cold.").
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