Popmusik
/ˈpɔpmuˌziːk/feminine
The English phrase "pop music" is translated into German as Popmusik.
Popmusik refers to music intended for or accepted by a wide audience.
Meaning: music intended for or accepted by a wide audience (noun)
Which one should you use?
While Popmusik is the standard term, you may encounter Popsongs when referring specifically to popular songs within the genre.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Germany, you may encounter the term Schlagermusik, which refers to a specific genre of catchy, melodic pop songs that typically feature German lyrics.
How does it change in a sentence?
Popmusik is a feminine noun and takes the feminine article die.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpɔpmuˌziːk/
Did you know?
- The word Schlager, used for a type of German pop music, literally translates to 'hit' or 'strike', coming from the verb schlagen.
- In Germany, the boundary between Popmusik and Schlager is often a matter of social status, with Popmusik seen as modern and Schlager seen as kitschy or old-fashioned.
- Many German pop artists record songs in 'Denglisch', a blend of German and English, to make their Popmusik sound more international and modern.
Examples in context
- Tom hört gerne Popmusik.Tom likes pop music.This sentence shows how to express a preference for listening to Popmusik.Tatoeba #8667904 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #6327229 by Hybrid
- Sie ist ein Freund der russischen Popmusik.She likes Russian pop music.This sentence uses Popmusik to describe a specific type of music.Tatoeba #4264773 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2770712 by ddnktr
- Ich mag Popmusik.I like pop music.This sentence is a simple way to state that you like Popmusik.Tatoeba #1556017 by al_ex_an_der, translation #33399 by CK
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Laura are discussing what to listen to in the car.
- MaximilianSoll ich etwas Popmusik anmachen?Should I turn on some pop music?
- LauraJa, gerne, ich liebe Popmusik.Yes, please, I love pop music.
- MaximilianWelche Band hörst du am liebsten?Which band do you like listening to most?
- LauraDas ist schwer zu sagen.That is hard to say.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “pop music” translations and entries Popmusik, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
