Translation of German word "Tochter" to English
dieTochter
/ˈtɔçtɐ/
Meaning
NounOne’s female offspring.
How to use
The feminine noun Tochter ('daughter') declines regularly. In the plural, it gets an umlaut: Töchter.
🇬🇧 English
daughter
Example
Ich habe bereits einen Sohn und hätte daher gerne eine Tochter.
I already have a son and would therefore like to have a daughter.
Die alte Tochter war seit Generationen in der Familie.
The old daughter had been in the family for generations.
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Common phrases
- älteste Tochter— oldest daughter
- jüngste Tochter— youngest daughter
- Adoptivtochter— adopted daughter (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "die Tochter"?▼
The German word "die Tochter" is defined as: "One’s female offspring."
What does the German word "die Tochter" mean?▼
The German word "die Tochter" means "daughter" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Tochter"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Tochter"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Eine Tochter ist eine erwachsene Frau, die von einem anderen Menschen geboren wurde." (which translates as "I already have a son and would therefore like to have a daughter.").
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