Translation of German word "Hauptstadt" to English
dieHauptstadt
/haʊptˈʃtat/
Meaning
NounMoney and wealth: the means to acquire or produce goods and services, especially in a non-barter system.
How to use
The feminine noun Hauptstadt ('capital city') is a compound of Haupt (main/head) and Stadt (city). In the plural, it gets an umlaut: Hauptstädte (die Hauptstädte).
🇬🇧 English
capital
Example
Die Hauptstadt ist ein wichtiger Wirtschaftszentrum.
The capital is an important economic center.
Die Hauptstadt ist bekannt für ihre reiche Kultur.
The capital is known for its rich culture.
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Common phrases
- deutsche Hauptstadt— German capital
- Landeshauptstadt— state capital (related compound)
- Hauptstadt besuchen— to visit the capital city
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What is the definition of the German word "die Hauptstadt"?▼
The German word "die Hauptstadt" is defined as: "Money and wealth: the means to acquire or produce goods and services, especially in a non-barter system."
What does the German word "die Hauptstadt" mean?▼
The German word "die Hauptstadt" means "capital" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Hauptstadt ist ein wichtiger Ort." (which translates as "The capital is an important economic center.").
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