Grammatik
/ɡʁaˈmatɪk/feminine
The English phrase "grammar" is translated into German as Grammatik. Wiktionary also lists Sprachlehre.
Meaning: rules for speaking and writing a language (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Grammatik | /ɡʁaˈmatɪk/ | feminine |
| Sprachlehre | /ˈʃpʁaːxˌleːʁə/ | feminine |
The term Grammatik is used to describe the abstract rules of a language, but it can also refer to a physical grammar book.
Which one should you use?
While Grammatik is the standard term, Sprachlehre is another noun. For a more playful or casual tone, you might use Grammatikkram to mean "grammar stuff".
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun Grammatik is feminine and is used with the definite article die.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡʁaˈmatɪk/
Did you know?
- The term Grammatik originates from the Ancient Greek phrase grammatikḕ tékhnē, which specifically meant the 'art of letters'.
- The word Sprachlehre uses the root Lehre, which also means 'apprenticeship' in a professional trade context.
- The playful term Grammatikkram combines Grammatik with Kram, a word usually used for junk, clutter or unimportant odds and ends.
Examples in context
- Grammatik ist sehr schwer.Grammar is very difficult.This sentence is useful for stating that grammar is difficult.Tatoeba #4426971 by Dokuyaku, translation #4424557 by AlanF_US
- Diese Grammatik ist sehr gut.This grammar book is very good.This sentence shows how to refer to a grammar book.Tatoeba #13035612 by Waldelfe, translation #9921739 by lucasmg123
- Du musst mehr Grammatik lernen.You must study grammar more.This sentence is useful for expressing the need to study grammar more.Tatoeba #7324495 by Yorwba, translation #69721 by CK
- Deutsch als Fremdsprache beinhaltet das Studium der deutschen Grammatik.Learning German as a foreign language involves the study of German grammar.
- Lass uns den Grammatikkram gemeinsam lernen!Let's learn the grammar stuff together!
- Die Grammatikregeln können manchmal verwirrend sein.The grammar rules can be confusing at times.
- Die deutsche Grammatik ist manchmal komplex, aber mit Übung wirst du sie beherrschen.German grammar can be complex at times, but with practice, you will master it.
- Ich habe gerade ein Buch über Grammatikregeln gekauft, um mein Deutsch zu verbessern.I just bought a book about grammar rules to improve my German.
- Meine Lehrerin erklärt die Grammatik sehr gut und sorgt dafür, dass wir sie verstehen.My teacher explains grammar very well and ensures that we understand it.
- Die Sprachlehre beinhaltet nicht nur Grammatik, sondern auch andere Aspekte der Sprache.Grammar study includes not only grammar but also other aspects of the language.
- 72 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A student and a teacher are talking in a classroom.
- SarahIst die deutsche Grammatik kompliziert?Is German grammar complicated?
- FelixEin bisschen, aber sie ist logisch.A little, but it is logical.
- SarahHilft mir die Grammatik beim Schreiben?Does grammar help me with writing?
- FelixJa, sie ist sehr wichtig für dich.Yes, it is very important for you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “grammar” translations and entries Grammatik, Sprachlehre, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Grammatik, Sprachlehre, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
