Translation of German word "Mund" to English
derMund
/mʊnt/
Meaning
NounThe front opening of a creature through which food is ingested.
How to use
The masculine noun Mund ('mouth') declines regularly (genitive des Mundes). In the plural, it gets an umlaut: Münder (die Münder).
🇬🇧 English
mouth
Example
Der Mund ist offen.
The mouth is open.
Der Mund ist geschlossen.
The mouth is closed.
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Common phrases
- den Mund halten— to shut up / keep quiet (colloquial, imperative idiom)
- den Mund aufmachen— to open one's mouth / speak up (separable)
- Mundschutz— face mask / mouthguard (related compound)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "der Mund"?▼
The German word "der Mund" is defined as: "The front opening of a creature through which food is ingested."
What does the German word "der Mund" mean?▼
The German word "der Mund" means "mouth" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Mund"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Mund"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Mund ist der Eingang zum Körper." (which translates as "The mouth is open.").
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