Unabhängigkeitstag
/ˈʊnʔaphɛŋɪçkaɪ̯t͡sˌtaːk/
The English phrase "independence day" is translated into German as Unabhängigkeitstag.
Unabhängigkeitstag is used to name the holiday celebrating a nation's independence.
Meaning: holiday (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of Unabhängigkeit, meaning "independence" and Tag, meaning "day".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Austria, the term Staatsfeiertag is used to refer to their National Day or Independence Day.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of the word is Unabhängigkeitstage. When used in the singular to show possession or relationship, it takes a genitive -s ending, such as des Unabhängigkeitstags (of Independence Day).
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈʊnʔaphɛŋɪçkaɪ̯tsˌtaːk/
Did you know?
- The word Unabhängigkeit is built from the root hängen, meaning 'to hang'. Literally, independence in German is the state of not hanging from something else.
- While Unabhängigkeitstag is used for other nations, Germany has no single 'independence day' because it transitioned from a monarchy to a republic in 1918 without a war of independence.
- Germany celebrates Tag der Deutschen Einheit or 'Day of German Unity' instead. This holiday commemorates the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990 rather than independence from another power.
Examples in context
- Einen freudigen Unabhängigkeitstag für alle meine brasilianischen Freunde!A joyful independence day for all my Brazilian friends!This sentence is useful for expressing well wishes to Brazilian friends using Unabhängigkeitstag.Tatoeba #2372570 by Espi, translation #12137828 by Xsotou
- Heute ist Unabhängigkeitstag.Today is Independence Day.This sentence is useful for stating that today is Unabhängigkeitstag.Tatoeba #7448175 by Yorwba, translation #480228 by minshirui
- Einen frohen Unabhängigkeitstag!Happy Independence Day!This sentence is useful for wishing someone a happy Unabhängigkeitstag.Tatoeba #4100465 by Eldad, translation #3504372 by Salem
- Wir feiern heute den Tag der Unabhängigkeit der Vereinigten Staaten.Today we are celebrating the Independence Day of the United States.
- Heute ist der Unabhängigkeitstag. Hast du Lust, das Feuerwerk zu sehen?Today is Independence Day. Do you want to see the fireworks?
- Wir besuchen Wien während des österreichischen Staatsfeiertages.We are visiting Vienna during the Austrian National Day celebrations.
Example conversation
Julia and Lukas are talking about an upcoming trip to the USA.
- JuliaWann genau fliegst du nach Amerika?When exactly are you flying to America?
- LukasIch komme pünktlich zum Unabhängigkeitstag an.I will arrive just in time for Independence Day.
- JuliaGibt es dort viele Paraden?Are there many parades there?
- LukasJa, der Unabhängigkeitstag ist ein großes Fest.Yes, Independence Day is a big celebration.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Unabhängigkeitstag, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
