Arabisch
neuter
The German word for the English phrase 'arabic' is Arabisch. Wiktionary also lists arabische Sprache.
Meaning: language (name)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Arabisch | neuter |
| arabische Sprache | neuter |
Arabisch refers specifically to the Arabic language. When you wish to describe something pertaining to Arab countries or cultural behavior, you use the adjective arabisch.
Which one should you use?
Arabisch is the noun used to name the language. The phrase arabische Sprache translates to 'the Arabic language'.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as an adjective meaning 'arabic' (such as in 'Arabic culture'), the word is written in lowercase as arabisch. When this adjective appears before a feminine or plural noun, the ending changes to arabische, as seen in die arabische Sprache.
Did you know?
- While Arabisch is the noun for the language, German speakers often use the phrase auf Arabisch to say 'in Arabic'.
- In German, all nouns are capitalized, which is why the language Arabisch is capitalized while the adjective arabisch is not.
- The German word for 'language', Sprache, is a direct linguistic cousin to the English word 'speech'.
Examples in context
- Er kann Arabisch lesen.He reads Arabic.This sentence is useful for showing that someone has the ability to read Arabisch.Tatoeba #9495502 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #434986 by lukaszpp
- Tom kann Arabisch lesen.Tom can read Arabic.This sentence is useful for showing that Tom has the ability to read Arabisch.Tatoeba #9387561 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #9494071 by shekitten
- Ich will Arabisch lernen.I want to learn Arabic.This sentence is useful for expressing a desire to learn Arabisch.Tatoeba #7588197 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4519924 by maydoo
- Ich lerne Arabisch.I am learning Arabic.
- Arabisch ist eine sehr interessante Sprache.Arabic is a very interesting language.
- Die arabische Sprache hat eine reiche Geschichte.The Arabic language has a rich history.
- Kannst du Arabisch sprechen?Can you speak Arabic?
- Ich verstehe etwas Arabisch.I understand some Arabic.
- Arabisch hört sich sehr schön an.Arabic sounds very beautiful.
- 137 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their language courses at a cafe.
- MaximilianStudierst du jetzt Arabisch?Are you studying Arabic now?
- HannahJa, Arabisch ist sehr interessant.Yes, Arabic is very interesting.
- MaximilianIst Arabisch schwer zu lernen?Is Arabic difficult to learn?
- HannahEin bisschen, aber es macht Spaß.A little, but it is fun.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “arabic” translations and entries Arabisch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Sprache, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
