Translation of German word "Sommer" to English
derSommer
Meaning
NounA female given name from English of modern usage, from summer, the name of the season, often given to girls born in summer.
How to use
The masculine noun Sommer ('summer') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Sommer). To say 'in summer', use im Sommer.
🇬🇧 English
Summer
Example
Im Sommer ist es sehr heiß.
In summer it is very hot.
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Common phrases
- im Sommer— in summer / during summer (dative location)
- Sommerferien— summer holidays / vacation (related plural-only)
- heißer Sommer— hot summer
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What is the definition of the German word "der Sommer"?▼
The German word "der Sommer" is defined as: "A female given name from English of modern usage, from summer, the name of the season, often given to girls born in summer."
What does the German word "der Sommer" mean?▼
The German word "der Sommer" means "Summer" in English.
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Can I see an example sentence with "Sommer"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Im Sommer ist es sehr heiß." (which translates as "In summer it is very hot.").
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