Translation of German word "Straße" to English
dieStraße
/ˈʃtʁaːsə/
Meaning
NounA paved part of road, usually in a village or a town.
How to use
The feminine noun Straße ('street / road') declines regularly (plural Straßen). Notice that it is spelled with an ß because the preceding vowel 'a' is long.
🇬🇧 English
street
Example
Die Straße ist sehr eng.
The street is very narrow.
Ich gehe jeden Tag auf der Straße spazieren.
I walk every day on the street.
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Common phrases
- auf der Straße— on the street (dative location)
- Straße überqueren— to cross the street / road
- Hauptstraße— main street / high street (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Straße"?▼
The German word "die Straße" is defined as: "A paved part of road, usually in a village or a town."
What does the German word "die Straße" mean?▼
The German word "die Straße" means "street" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Straße"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Straße"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Straße ist sehr eng." (which translates as "The street is very narrow.").
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