DJ
The German phrase for 'dj' is DJ.
The term refers to a person who selects and plays recorded music for an audience.
Did you know?
- If a DJ is playing a set at a German club, they are often described as auflegen, which literally means 'to lay on' or 'to put down' records.
- In German, you can form the feminine version DJane to specifically identify a female disc jockey.
- Berlin is often called the 'techno capital' of the world, making the DJ a central cultural figure in the city's identity and economy.
Examples in context
- Er ist ein DJ.He is a DJ.This sentence illustrates the use of DJ to identify a male.Tatoeba #1313728 by al_ex_an_der, translation #288669 by CK
- Sie ist ein DJ.She's a DJ.This sentence illustrates the use of DJ to identify a female.Tatoeba #2016123 by Vortarulo, translation #8859118 by sundown
- Wer ist Ihr Lieblings-DJ?Who's your favorite DJ?This sentence shows how to ask about a favorite DJ.Tatoeba #968239 by Zaghawa, translation #908697 by CK
- Thomas ist ein erfolgreicher DJ in Berlin und spielt jede Woche in angesagten Clubs.Thomas is a successful DJ in Berlin and plays every week in popular clubs.
- Diese Party braucht einen professionellen Deejay mit einer breiten Musikauswahl.This party needs a professional DJ with a diverse music selection.
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Example conversation
Lukas and Julia are at a music club.
- JuliaDer DJ spielt heute wirklich gute Musik.The DJ is playing really good music today.
- LukasJa, er ist ein toller DJ.Yes, he is a great DJ.
- JuliaWeißt du, wie der DJ heißt?Do you know what the DJ's name is?
- LukasNein, aber ich mag seinen Stil.No, but I like his style.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
