Madison
Madison is a German surname, given name or place name.
Meaning: surname, given name, place name (name)
Did you know?
- German legal naming laws were historically strict, meaning a name like Madison might have required special approval from a 'Standesamt' (civil registry office) in previous decades.
- In German pronunciation, the 'son' in Madison is often pronounced with a more rounded, European 'o' than the open English vowel.
- In German-speaking countries, names ending in '-son' are extremely rare and often feel distinctly foreign or 'American' to local ears.
Examples in context
- James Madison hasste die Vorstellung.James Madison hated the idea.This sentence shows the use of Madison as a surname.Tatoeba #1514467 by al_ex_an_der, translation #807017 by Source_VOA
- Madison und Jayden sind dicke Freunde.Madison and Jayden are best friends.This sentence shows the use of Madison as a given name.Tatoeba #5458239 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #3579032 by Hybrid
- Mit Präsident Madisons Unterschrift trat das Gesetz in Kraft.President Madison signed the bill into law.Tatoeba #831359 by Esperantostern, translation #807477 by Source_VOA
- Madison, es freut mich, dich kennenzulernen!Madison, it's nice to meet you!
Example conversation
Maximilian and Julia are discussing a travel destination.
- MaximilianWarst du schon einmal in Madison?Have you ever been to Madison?
- JuliaNein, aber ich möchte dort gerne hin.No, but I would like to go there.
- MaximilianMeine Cousine Madison wohnt in dieser Stadt.My cousin Madison lives in that city.
- JuliaDas ist ja ein lustiger Zufall!That is quite a funny coincidence!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
