Diamant
/diaˈmant/masculine
The English word diamond is translated into German as Diamant. Wiktionary also lists Brillant.
Meaning: gemstone (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Diamant | /diaˈmant/ | masculine |
| Brillant | /bʁɪlˈjant/ | masculine |
Which one should you use?
While Diamant refers generally to the gemstone itself, Brillant is a technical term often used specifically to refer to a diamond that has been cut in the 'brilliant cut' style.
How does it change in a sentence?
Diamant is a masculine noun. The plural form of Diamant is Diamanten.
How do you pronounce it?
/diaˈmant/
Did you know?
- While Diamant refers to the material, the word Brillant was originally borrowed from English to describe a '4-point type' of printing before becoming the term for a specific cut of gemstone.
- In German, the term Brillant is used as a noun to describe the gemstone itself, whereas in English 'brilliant' is typically an adjective.
- Because Brillant is borrowed from French, it carries a connotation of elegance and high fashion that the more scientific Diamant does not always evoke.
Examples in context
- Ist dieser Diamant echt?Is this diamond real?This sentence is useful for asking if a Diamant is genuine.Tatoeba #1896112 by Manfredo, translation #60914 by CK
- Der Diamant funkelte hell.The diamond shone brightly.This sentence is useful for describing how a Diamant shines.Tatoeba #3445115 by pne, translation #41115 by Swift
- Dieser Diamant ist falsch.This diamond is fake.This sentence is useful for stating that a Diamant is not real.Tatoeba #9176862 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2566220 by VirtuOZ
- 83 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Laura are looking at jewelry in a shop window.
- MaximilianSchau mal, Laura, dieser Diamant ist wunderschön.Look, Laura, this diamond is beautiful.
- LauraJa, der Diamant glänzt wirklich sehr stark.Yes, the diamond shines really brightly.
- MaximilianEr passt perfekt zu deiner Uhr.It fits perfectly with your watch.
- LauraDanke, Maximilian, du hast einen guten Geschmack.Thank you, Maximilian, you have good taste.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “diamond” translations and entries Diamant, Brillant, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Brillant, Diamant, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
