How to Say “German Shorthaired Pointer” in German

By Christine Audrey • Updated October 6, 2026

Deutsch Kurzhaar

The English phrase "german shorthaired pointer" is translated into German as Deutsch Kurzhaar.

Deutsch Kurzhaar refers to the specific breed of hunting dog known for its short coat and versatility.

Did you know?

The root of Deutsch is cognate with the Persian word tude, meaning 'people' or 'nation'.
In Germany, the breed is often referred to simply as Kurzhaar, dropping the Deutsch part of the name entirely in casual conversation.

Example conversation

Felix and Hannah are at a dog park.

Felix

Schau mal, dort läuft ein Deutsch Kurzhaar!
Look, there is a German Shorthaired Pointer running!
Hannah

Oh ja, er ist wirklich schön.
Oh yes, he is really beautiful.
Felix

Ich wollte mir immer einen Deutsch Kurzhaar kaufen.
I always wanted to buy a German Shorthaired Pointer.
Hannah

Sie sind sehr energische Hunde, Felix.
They are very energetic dogs, Felix.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries Deutsch, deutsch, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Christine Audrey

Hallo! I'm Christine, a passionate language lover and your personal guide to all things German. Whenever not penning comprehensive guides on expressions, phrases, or even unique words in Deutsch, you'll find me exploring my other interests such as boating, hiking in the Georgia landscapes, or admiring Dachshund (yes, the cute breed in its homeland). By the way, I just love Parmesan cheese. I enjoy sipping cosy café lattes while immersed in Germanic wordplay. Ready to master a new language? I'd say "Ja!" to that! Bis bald!

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