Mammogramm
neuter
The English word mammogram is translated into German as Mammogramm.
Mammogramm refers to an X-ray picture of the breasts.
Meaning: X-ray picture of the breasts (noun)
Did you know?
- In Germany, the government-funded Früherkennungsuntersuchung (early detection examination) is the official program that encompasses the Mammogramm for women of certain ages.
- While the English 'mammogram' is a single word, a German speaker might colloquially refer to the process as Bruströntgen, literally translating to 'breast X-ray'.
- The term Mammographie (the procedure) and Mammogramm (the result) are distinct in German, even though English speakers often use 'mammography' and 'mammogram' interchangeably.
Examples in context
- Patientin: Können Sie bitte einen Termin für meine Mammografie vereinbaren?Patient: Could you please schedule an appointment for my mammogram?
- Freundin: Ich habe nächste Woche einen Termin zur Brustuntersuchung.Friend: I have an appointment for a breast examination next week.
- Ich muss morgen ein Mammogramm machen lassen.I need to have a mammogram done tomorrow.
- Der Arzt hat das Mammogramm bereits gelesen.The doctor has already read the mammogram.
Example conversation
Laura is discussing her medical appointment with Lukas at home.
- LauraLukas, ich habe morgen ein Mammogramm.Lukas, I have a mammogram tomorrow.
- LukasIst das ein wichtiger Termin?Is that an important appointment?
- LauraJa, es ist zur regelmäßigen Vorsorge.Yes, it is for regular check-ups.
- LukasAlles klar, ich drücke dir die Daumen.All right, I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mammogram” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
