Junior
The English word 'junior' is translated into German as Junior.
In German, Junior is used to mean 'younger'. It is common in certain formal professional settings that have international influences.
Meaning: younger (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as a suffix in a person's name, Junior functions as a noun and is capitalized.
Did you know?
- If you want to describe a talented newcomer in a professional field, the German word Nachwuchs is used, which literally translates to 'aftergrowth'.
- If you are referring to a 'junior' athlete or a younger person in a sports club, the term Junioren is often used, but it specifically implies a formal age category rather than just being 'younger'.
- When discussing a 'junior' version of a product, a German speaker would likely use Modell or Version rather than applying the word Junior to an inanimate object.
Examples in context
- Mein voller Name lautet Ricardo Vernaut junior.My full name is Ricardo Vernaut Junior.This sentence demonstrates the use of Junior as a suffix in a person's full name.Tatoeba #3665268 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2787393 by Ricardo14
- Ich war Mitglied im Fußballverein, als ich auf der Junior High School war.I was a member of the soccer club when I was in junior high.This sentence shows the use of Junior within the phrase 'Junior High School'.Tatoeba #1030940 by al_ex_an_der, translation #259438 by CK
- Du hast mir immer Streiche gespielt, als wir zusammen auf der Junior Highschool waren.You were always playing tricks on me when we were in junior high school.This sentence also shows the use of Junior within the phrase 'Junior Highschool'.Tatoeba #2050897 by Tamy, translation #2050710 by CK
- Doktor Schmidt, der JüngereDoctor Schmidt, the younger one
- Hallo, Junior!Hello, junior!
- Herr Müller, der Jüngere, wird morgen die Präsentation halten.Mr. Müller, the younger one, will give the presentation tomorrow.
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Example conversation
Julian and Laura are talking about their family members.
- JulianMein Vater und ich heißen gleich, ich bin Junior.My father and I have the same name, I am Junior.
- LauraDas ist ja lustig, Julian!That is funny, Julian!
- JulianJa, deshalb nennen mich alle Junior.Yes, that is why everyone calls me Junior.
- LauraIch finde den Namen passend für dich.I think the name fits you.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
