Kalender
/kaˈlɛndɐ/masculine
The English word "calendar" is translated into German as Kalender.
Kalender refers to a system by which time is divided.
Meaning: system by which time is divided (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Kalender is Kalenders. To express "of the calendar" in the genitive singular, use des Kalenders.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaˈlɛndɐ/
Did you know?
- In Germany, the Adventskalender is a cultural staple used in December to count down the days until Christmas with small gifts.
- The Latin root of Kalender refers to the 'calends', which were the first days of the month in the Roman calendar when debts were typically paid.
- Historically, the transition to the Gregorian Kalender in German-speaking lands happened at different times depending on whether the region was Catholic or Protestant.
Examples in context
- Ich brauche einen Kalender.I need a calendar.This sentence is useful for expressing a need for a Kalender.Tatoeba #3549641 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2631964 by Joseph
- Der Kalender interessiert sie.The calendar interests her.This sentence is useful for expressing interest in a Kalender.Tatoeba #3151996 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2674976 by AlanF_US
- Der Kalender hängt an der Wand.The calendar is hanging on the wall.This sentence is useful for describing the location of a Kalender.Tatoeba #2810135 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2810620 by patgfisher
- Ich schreibe meine Termine in meinen Kalender.I write my appointments in my calendar.
- Der Jahresplaner hilft mir, meine Termine zu organisieren.The year planner helps me organize my appointments.
- Kannst du mir das Kalenderblatt für den nächsten Monat ausleihen?Can you lend me the calendar sheet for next month?
- Mein Terminkalender ist voll für diese Woche.My appointment calendar is fully booked for this week.
- 23 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Laura and Maximilian are checking their schedule for a trip.
- LauraSchau doch mal in den Kalender.Just look in the calendar.
- MaximilianIch habe den Kalender leider verloren.Unfortunately, I lost the calendar.
- LauraHast du einen neuen Kalender gekauft?Did you buy a new calendar?
- MaximilianNein, ich nutze jetzt mein Handy.No, I use my phone now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “calendar” translations and entries Kalender, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Kalender, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
