Translation of German word "Mädchen" to English
dasMädchen
/maɪ̯çən/
Meaning
NounA female child.
How to use
The neuter noun Mädchen ('girl') is grammatically neuter (das Mädchen, plural is identical: die Mädchen). This is because it is etymologically a diminutive ending in -chen (derived from the archaic word Magd — maid/virgin). Diminutives in German are always neuter, regardless of biological sex. In dative plural, it adds -n (den Mädchen).
🇬🇧 English
girl
Example
Das Mädchen ist sehr intelligent.
The girl is very intelligent.
Das Mädchen hat ein Hündchen.
The girl has a dog.
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- kleines Mädchen— little girl
- junges Mädchen— young girl / teenage girl
- Mädchen und Jungen— girls and boys (plural)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Mädchen"?▼
The German word "das Mädchen" is defined as: "A female child."
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The German word "das Mädchen" means "girl" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Mädchen ist sehr intelligent." (which translates as "The girl is very intelligent.").
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