Translation of German word "Monat" to English
derMonat
/moːnat/
Meaning
NounA period into which a year is divided, historically based on the phases of the moon.
How to use
The masculine noun Monat ('month') declines regularly (plural Monate). In the dative plural, it takes -n (in drei Monaten). The related adjective is monatlich (monthly).
🇬🇧 English
month
Example
Ein Monat ist sehr kurz.
A month is very short.
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Common phrases
- jeden Monat— every month / monthly
- letzten Monat— last month
- drei Monate lang— for three months
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What is the definition of the German word "der Monat"?▼
The German word "der Monat" is defined as: "A period into which a year is divided, historically based on the phases of the moon."
What does the German word "der Monat" mean?▼
The German word "der Monat" means "month" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Monat"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Monat ist ein wichtiger Teil unseres Lebens." (which translates as "A month is very short.").
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