Elias
[eˈliːas]
Elias is a German male given name.
Which one should you use?
While Elias is the full name, the informal nicknames Eli and Lias are also used. Eli is a shortened version of the name, while Lias serves as an alternative nickname.
Did you know?
- In German culture, the figure of Prophet Elias is often associated with the weather and storms in folklore.
- The German Elias follows the Greek adaptation of the original Hebrew name 'Eliyahu' instead of the English 'Elijah'.
- Using the nicknames Eli or Lias in a professional German environment can be risky, as it may be interpreted as being overly familiar.
Examples in context
- Was hat Elias für Sie getan?What has Elias done for you?This sentence shows how to ask about someone's actions regarding the name Elias.Tatoeba #12926048 by Waldelfe, translation #11611854 by Amastan
- Ich möchte euch Elias vorstellen.Let me introduce Elias to all of you.This sentence is useful for introducing the person named Elias.Tatoeba #12635366 by Waldelfe, translation #11611661 by Amastan
- Ein paar Insassen griffen Elias an.A couple of inmates attacked Elias.This sentence demonstrates the name Elias in the context of an attack.Tatoeba #12454089 by Waldelfe, translation #11620396 by Amastan
- Lias, kommst du heute Abend zur Party?Lias, are you coming to the party tonight?
- Elias, könntest du mir bitte helfen?Elias, could you please help me?
- Elias hat gestern seinen Geburtstag gefeiert.Elias celebrated his birthday yesterday.
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Example conversation
Laura and Julian are talking about a mutual friend.
- LauraHast du heute schon mit Elias gesprochen?Have you spoken with Elias today?
- JulianNein, ich habe Elias gestern gesehen.No, I saw Elias yesterday.
- LauraWeiß Elias, wann die Party beginnt?Does Elias know when the party starts?
- JulianIch glaube, Elias hat die Einladung bekommen.I think Elias received the invitation.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Elias, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
