Adolf Hitler
The name of the leader of Nazi Germany from 1933 to 1945 in German is Adolf Hitler.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a proper noun, the name is capitalized in German.
Did you know?
- In modern Germany, the name Adolf has become so socially taboo that it has almost entirely disappeared from use for newborn children.
- The surname Hitler may have originated from the Bavarian word Hiedl, which refers to a 'subterranean river'.
Examples in context
- „Mein Kampf“ ist ein Buch von Adolf Hitler."Mein Kampf" is a book by Adolf Hitler.This sentence is useful for identifying the author of the book Mein Kampf using the form Adolf Hitler.Tatoeba #982096 by Esperantostern, translation #972864 by zumley
- Am 30. April 1945 beging Adolf Hitler Selbstmord.On April 30, 1945, Adolf Hitler committed suicide.This sentence is useful for stating the date of the death of Adolf Hitler.Tatoeba #13191155 by octobaguette, translation #13191092 by rul
- Adolf Hitler war ein Diktator.Adolf Hitler was a dictator.
Example conversation
Two students are discussing a history topic in a library.
- LukasLiest du gerade etwas über Adolf Hitler?Are you reading something about Adolf Hitler right now?
- LauraJa, ich schreibe eine Hausarbeit über diese Zeit.Yes, I am writing a paper about that era.
- LukasDas ist ein sehr schwieriges Thema.That is a very difficult topic.
- LauraStimmt, aber es ist historisch wichtig.True, but it is historically important.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Adolf, Hitler, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
