Translation of German word "Museum" to English
dasMuseum
/muˌzeːum/
Meaning
NounA building or institution dedicated to the acquisition, conservation, study, exhibition, and educational interpretation of objects having scientific, historical, cultural or artistic value.
How to use
The neuter noun Museum ('museum') is borrowed from Latin. It declines regularly in the singular, but its plural is irregular: Museen (the -um ending is replaced by -en, and the accent changes to the 'e').
🇬🇧 English
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Example
Wir besuchen das Museum, um die Ausstellung zu sehen, bevor es schließt.
We visit the museum to see the exhibition before it closes.
Ich gehe ins Museum.
I am going to the museum.
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Common phrases
- ins Museum gehen— to go to the museum (accusative direction)
- Museum besuchen— to visit a museum
- Museumsführung— guided museum tour (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Museum"?▼
The German word "das Museum" is defined as: "A building or institution dedicated to the acquisition, conservation, study, exhibition, and educational interpretation of objects having scientific, historical, cultural or artistic value."
What does the German word "das Museum" mean?▼
The German word "das Museum" means "museum" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Museum ist ein Gebäude für Kunst und Geschichte." (which translates as "We visit the museum to see the exhibition before it closes.").
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