Jane
Jane is the German feminine form of the name John.
Meaning: feminine form of John (name)
Which one should you use?
Jana is an informal option for Jane and serves as a diminutive of Johanna.
Did you know?
- A German speaker might pronounce the final 'e' in Jane as a distinct vowel sound rather than a silent letter, depending on whether they view the name as German or English.
- The name Jane shares a root with Johannes, which comes from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan' meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.
- While English speakers see Jane as a standard name, many Germans perceive the specific spelling Jane as a stylistic 'loan-name' from English rather than a native German name.
Examples in context
- Jane kochte vor Wut.Jane was boiling.This sentence shows the use of Jane to express extreme anger.Tatoeba #2521721 by Zaghawa, translation #53727 by rul
- Jane blieb lange still.Jane kept silent for a long time.This sentence shows how Jane can be the subject of a sentence regarding staying silent.Tatoeba #582211 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #53729 by CN
- Peter hat Jane geliebt.Peter loved Jane.This sentence shows Jane as the object of a sentence involving love.Tatoeba #10258586 by Vortarulo, translation #3307862 by CN
- 149 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Sarah and Julian are talking about a common friend.
- SarahHast du heute schon mit Jane gesprochen?Have you spoken with Jane today?
- JulianNein, ich rufe Jane gleich an.No, I will call Jane shortly.
- SarahSie wartet sicher auf deinen Anruf.She is probably waiting for your call.
- JulianDann mache ich das jetzt schnell.Then I'll do that quickly now.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
