Translation of German word "Winter" to English
derWinter
/ˈvɪntɐ/
Meaning
NounTraditionally the fourth of the four seasons, typically regarded as spanning either the period between the winter solstice to the spring equinox, or the months of December, January, and February in temperate and polar regions of the Northern Hemisphere and the months of June, July, and August in the Southern Hemisphere. It is the time when the sun is lowest in the sky, resulting in short days, and the time of year with the lowest atmospheric temperatures for the region.
How to use
The masculine noun Winter ('winter') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Winter). To say 'in winter', use im Winter.
🇬🇧 English
winter
Example
Der Winter ist kalt.
Winter is cold.
Ich liebe den Winter.
I love winter.
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Common phrases
- im Winter— in winter / during winter (dative location)
- kalter Winter— cold winter
- Wintersport— winter sports (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Winter"?▼
The German word "der Winter" is defined as: "Traditionally the fourth of the four seasons, typically regarded as spanning either the period between the winter solstice to the spring equinox, or the months of December, January, and February in temperate and polar regions of the Northern Hemisphere and the months of June, July, and August in the Southern Hemisphere. It is the time when the sun is lowest in the sky, resulting in short days, and the time of year with the lowest atmospheric temperatures for the region."
What does the German word "der Winter" mean?▼
The German word "der Winter" means "winter" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Winter"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Winter ist kalt und schneereich." (which translates as "Winter is cold.").
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