Berge
The German phrase for "mountains" is Berge.
Berge refers to large natural elevations of the earth's surface that rise abruptly from the surrounding level.
What does it mean word for word?
The plural form Berge is derived from the singular noun Berg, which means "mountain".
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form Berge changes to Bergen when used in the dative case, such as after the preposition in to indicate location.
Did you know?
- The word Berg is a cognate of the English word 'berg' as in 'iceberg', which was borrowed from German into English.
- In German folklore, the Bergmönch or mountain monk is a mythical creature said to inhabit the high peaks.
- If you are talking about a mountain range rather than individual mountains, German uses the word Gebirge instead of just pluralizing Berg.
Examples in context
- Ich liebe die Berge.I love the mountains.This sentence is useful for expressing a love for the mountains using Berge.Tatoeba #12300452 by Augustus, translation #4499923 by CK
- Seht ihr diese Berge?Do you see those mountains?This sentence is useful for asking if someone sees specific mountains using Berge.Tatoeba #1314085 by al_ex_an_der, translation #8838689 by sundown
- Ich war in den Bergen.I was in the mountains.This sentence is useful for describing being located in the mountains using Bergen.Tatoeba #91 by ludoviko, translation #1290 by CK
- Das Gebirge in der Region ist beeindruckend.The mountains in the region are impressive.
- Lass uns am Wochenende in die Berge fahren!Let's go to the mountains this weekend!
- Welche Berge hast du besucht?Which mountains have you visited?
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Example conversation
Hannah and Julian are planning a vacation together.
- HannahWollen wir im Sommer in die Berge fahren?Do we want to go to the mountains in the summer?
- JulianJa, das ist eine tolle Idee!Yes, that is a great idea!
- HannahIch möchte dort wandern und die Berge genießen.I want to hike there and enjoy the mountains.
- JulianIch komme gerne mit, Hannah.I would love to come along, Hannah.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
