Translation of German word "Planet" to English
derPlanet
/ˈplaːnɛt/
Meaning
NounEach of the seven major bodies which move relative to the fixed stars in the night sky—the Moon, Mercury, Venus, the Sun, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn.
How to use
Planet ('planet') is a masculine weak noun (N-Deklination): der Planet (accusative/dative/genitive singular: den/dem/des Planeten, plural: die Planeten). Roter Planet — Red Planet (Mars).
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Example
Der Planet ist sehr kalt.
The planet is very cold.
Wir gehen auf den Planeten.
We are going to the planet.
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- Zwergplanet— dwarf planet
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What is the definition of the German word "der Planet"?▼
The German word "der Planet" is defined as: "Each of the seven major bodies which move relative to the fixed stars in the night sky—the Moon, Mercury, Venus, the Sun, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn."
What does the German word "der Planet" mean?▼
The German word "der Planet" means "planet" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Planet"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Planet"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Planet ist sehr groß." (which translates as "The planet is very cold.").
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