Amelia
Amelia is a German female given name.
The word is used as a female given name. It should not be confused with the related term Amelie, which refers to the congenital absence of one or more limbs.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Related words
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- In German history, the name Amelia is closely linked to the Amalienburg hunting lodge in Munich, built for Electress Maria Amalia.
- German speakers may distinguish between the traditional Amalie and the more modern Amelia, with the latter often perceived as more international or cosmopolitan.
- When using the name in a formal German address, such as in a letter, you would never use the name alone but must combine it with a title like 'Frau'.
Examples in context
- Günter trug Amelia aus dem Zimmer.Gunter carried Amelia out of the room.This sentence shows the use of Amelia as a person being carried.Tatoeba #13320413 by Waldelfe, translation #11628644 by Amastan
- Karl war gut über 30 cm größer als Amelia.Karl was well over a foot taller than Amelia.This sentence uses Amelia to compare heights.Tatoeba #12556296 by Waldelfe, translation #11637578 by Amastan
- Karl wußte, was Amelia für ein Fahrzeug fuhr.Karl knew what vehicle Amelia drove.This sentence shows Amelia in the context of driving a vehicle.Tatoeba #12448799 by Waldelfe, translation #11637713 by Amastan
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Example conversation
Julia and Lukas are talking about a mutual friend.
- JuliaHast du Amelia heute schon gesehen?Have you seen Amelia today already?
- LukasNein, ich habe Amelia nicht getroffen.No, I haven't met Amelia.
- JuliaIch glaube, Amelia ist schon zu Hause.I think Amelia is already at home.
- LukasDann rufe ich Amelia einfach kurz an.Then I'll just call Amelia briefly.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
