Translation of German word "Finger" to English
derFinger
/ˈfɪŋɐ/
Meaning
NounMasculine noun meaning 'finger (of the hand)'.
How to use
The masculine noun Finger ('finger') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Finger).
🇬🇧 English
finger
Example
Ich habe einen gebrochenen Finger.
I have a broken finger.
Die Finger sind sehr kalt.
The fingers are very cold.
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Common phrases
- mit dem Finger zeigen auf— to point a finger at (requires preposition 'auf' + accusative)
- sich die Finger verbrennen— to burn one's fingers / get fingers burnt (idiom, requires dative reflexive)
- Fingernagel— fingernail (related compound)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Finger"?▼
The German word "der Finger" is defined as: "Masculine noun meaning 'finger (of the hand)'."
What does the German word "der Finger" mean?▼
The German word "der Finger" means "finger" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe einen gebrochenen Finger." (which translates as "I have a broken finger.").
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