Anne Frank
Anne Frank is the German name for the name Anne Frank.
Did you know?
- While Anne is commonly a female name, in some Low German dialects it can be a shortened form of the male name Andreas.
- While we see it as a person's name, the word frank in German can also function as an adjective meaning 'honest' or 'direct'.
Examples in context
- Das Buch von Annelies Marie Frank ist berühmt auf der ganzen Welt.The book by Annelies Marie Frank is famous worldwide.
- Ich habe das Tagebuch von Anne Frank gelesen.I have read Anne Frank's diary.
- Wir besprechen heute das Buch über Anne Frank.Today we are discussing the book about Anne Frank.
Example conversation
Two students are talking in a library about their literature assignment.
- JulianHast du schon über Anne Frank recherchiert?Have you already researched Anne Frank?
- SarahJa, ich finde ihre Geschichte sehr bewegend.Yes, I find her story very moving.
- JulianMöchtest du zusammen in der Bibliothek lernen?Do you want to study together in the library?
- SarahDas ist eine gute Idee, Julian.That is a good idea, Julian.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Anne, Frank, frank, CC BY-SA 4.0.
