Hunde
The English phrase 'dogs' is translated into German as Hunde.
Hunde refers to domesticated carnivorous mammals often kept as pets.
How does it change in a sentence?
Hunde is the plural form of the word Hund, which is the singular form for 'dog'.
Did you know?
- In Germany, you can find a specific legal tax called Hundesteuer, which is a yearly fee owners must pay to the local municipality for owning Hunde.
- The phrase auf den Hund kommen does not mean to find a dog, but rather to deteriorate significantly in health, wealth or social status.
- The phrase Wenn Hunde fliegen könnten is the German equivalent of the English expression 'when pigs fly', used to describe something impossible.
Examples in context
- Er hat zwei Hunde.He has two dogs.This sentence shows how to express the possession of two of the form Hunde.Tatoeba #541224 by Manfredo, translation #295971 by CK
- Er hat drei Hunde.He has three dogs.This sentence shows how to express the possession of three of the form Hunde.Tatoeba #8875666 by wolfgangth, translation #8480977 by CH
- Ich mag Hunde sehr.I like dogs very much.This sentence is useful for expressing a strong liking for the form Hunde.Tatoeba #1306718 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #257235 by CK
- Die Hunde sind treue Begleiter.The dogs are loyal companions.
- Ich habe zwei Hunde zu Hause.I have two dogs at home.
- Unsere Nachbarn haben süße Wauwaus.Our neighbors have cute doggies.
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Example conversation
In a park where people walk their pets.
- JulianHier laufen viele Hunde.Many dogs are running around here.
- JuliaJa, die Hunde sind so süß.Yes, the dogs are so cute.
- JulianMöchtest du einen der Hunde streicheln?Do you want to pet one of the dogs?
- JuliaGerne, ich liebe Hunde!I'd love to, I love dogs!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
