Leopard
/leoˈpaʁt/masculine
The English word leopard is translated into German as Leopard. If unsure, use Leopard. Wiktionary also lists Pard and Pardel.
Meaning: a large wild cat with a spotted coat, Panthera pardus (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Leopard | /leoˈpaʁt/ | masculine |
| Pard | archaic, masculine | |
| Pardel | /ˈpaʁdəl/ | masculine |
| Parder | /ˈpaʁdɐ/ | masculine |
The term refers to the large wild cat with a spotted coat, Panthera pardus.
Which one should you use?
Pardel and Parder are also used for the animal, while Pard is an archaic form. All forms are masculine.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun Leopard is masculine and takes the definite article der.
How do you pronounce it?
/leoˈpaʁt/
Did you know?
- In German heraldry, the Leopard is often distinguished from the Löwe (lion) by its spots and its tendency to be depicted facing the viewer.
- The term Pardel traces its lineage back to the Ancient Greek word πάρδαλις, showing how much Greek influence shaped German natural history terms.
- The spelling of Leopard in German is identical to the English spelling, but the pronunciation shifts the emphasis to the first syllable.
Examples in context
- Tom ist so schnell wie ein Leopard.Tom is as fast as a leopard.Tatoeba #863853 by Esperantostern, translation #680260 by Source_VOA
- Sie sind so schnell wie ein Leopard.They are as quick as a leopard.Tatoeba #5434343 by Zaghawa, translation #5561676 by Rawrren
- Der Leopard ward seiner Flecken müde.The leopard was getting bored with its spots.Tatoeba #2727048 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #1524772 by sundown
- Der Leopard ist ein faszinierendes Raubtier.The leopard is a fascinating predator.
- Ein majestätischer LeopardA majestic leopard
- Ein Leopard in freier WildbahnA leopard in the wild
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Laura are visiting a zoo.
- MaximilianSchau mal, dort ist ein Leopard!Look, there is a leopard!
- LauraEr hat wirklich schöne Flecken.He has really beautiful spots.
- MaximilianIch glaube, der Leopard schläft gerade.I think the leopard is sleeping right now.
- LauraJa, er sieht sehr entspannt aus.Yes, he looks very relaxed.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “leopard” translations and entries Leopard, Pardel, Parder, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Pardel, Parder, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
