R
The letter R in German refers to the letter r.
Did you know?
- In German, the letter R is called der Er.
- When R appears at the end of a word, such as in Vater, it often softens into an unstressed vowel sound called a vocalic R.
- The 'rolled' tip-of-the-tongue R is still common in Southern Germany, Austria and Switzerland, whereas the throat R dominates the North.
Examples in context
- Sprichst du vom Strand von Rimini?Are you talking about the beach at Rímini?This sentence shows the use of R in a question regarding Rimini.Tatoeba #2947881 by brauchinet, translation #10614753 by sundown
- Tom spricht den Buchstaben „r“ falsch aus.Tom pronounces the letter "r" incorrectly.This sentence demonstrates the use of R when discussing a letter.Tatoeba #10274919 by Vortarulo, translation #6207953 by peachiesjunk
- Ihr Lebenslauf strotzt vor Rechtschreibfehlern.Your résumé is riddled with spelling errors.This sentence shows the use of R in the context of spelling errors.Tatoeba #11277891 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #10754980 by CM
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Example conversation
Felix and Laura are practicing pronunciation together.
- FelixWie spricht man das R aus?How do you pronounce the R?
- LauraDas R ist im Deutschen oft sehr sanft.The R is often very soft in German.
- FelixKannst du mir das R zeigen?Can you show me the R?
- LauraNatürlich, hör mal genau zu.Of course, listen closely.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
