Lichter
The German phrase for "lights" is Lichter.
Lichter refers to multiple devices or sources that produce light. While Lichter is used for lights in general, you might use more specific terms depending on the source: Glühbirne for a lightbulb, Taschenlampe for a flashlight, Straßenlaterne for a streetlight or Fackel for a torch or flambeau. If you are referring to the general concept of lighting as a system or the act of illuminating an area, the word Beleuchtung is used.
How does it change in a sentence?
Lichter is the plural form of the neuter noun Licht.
Did you know?
- The expression das Licht ausknipsen uses the colloquial verb knipsen, which mimics the clicking sound of a light switch.
- German differentiates between Licht and Leuchte. While Licht is the general light, a Leuchte specifically refers to the physical fixture or lamp housing the light source.
- During the Advent season, many Germans use an Adventskranz with four Lichter. A new candle is lit each Sunday leading up to Christmas.
Examples in context
- Da sind vier Lichter!There are four lights!This sentence demonstrates counting the Lichter.Tatoeba #3752077 by Vortarulo, translation #3752065 by Vortarulo
- Sie löschte die Lichter.She turned off the lights.This sentence shows the action of extinguishing the Lichter.Tatoeba #1592865 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #317153 by CK
- Tom löschte alle Lichter.Tom turned off all the lights.Tatoeba #13044705 by Waldelfe, translation #13032298 by CK
- Bitte schalten Sie die Lichter ein.Please turn on the lights.
- Die Beleuchtung in diesem Raum ist ausgezeichnet.The lighting in this room is excellent.
- Kannst du bitte das Licht anmachen?Can you please turn on the light?
- Kannst du die Lampe neben dem Sofa anmachen?Can you turn on the lamp next to the sofa?
- Die Straßenlaterne vor unserem Haus ist defekt.The streetlight in front of our house is broken.
- Ich muss die Glühbirne in der Küche wechseln.I need to change the lightbulb in the kitchen.
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Example conversation
Julian and Julia are decorating their living room.
- JulianSollen wir diese Lichter aufhängen?Should we hang these lights?
- JuliaJa, die Lichter sehen sehr schön aus.Yes, the lights look very beautiful.
- JulianWo sollen die Lichter hin?Where should the lights go?
- JuliaHäng sie bitte an das Fenster, Julian.Please hang them on the window, Julian.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
