Sänger
/ˈzɛŋɐ/masculine
The German word for singer is Sänger. If unsure, use Sänger. Wiktionary also lists Sängerchen and Sängerlein.
Meaning: person who sings (male or generic term) (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sänger | /ˈzɛŋɐ/ /ˈsɛŋɐ/ /ˈsɛŋər/ |
masculine |
| Sängerchen | diminutive, neuter | |
| Sängerlein | diminutive, neuter |
Sänger is a masculine noun used to refer to a person who sings or as a generic term for a singer.
Which one should you use?
Sänger refers to the person who sings, whereas the English spelling Singer is a common German surname. The diminutive forms Sängerchen and Sängerlein are neuter.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form for a female singer is Sängerin. The plural form of the noun remains Sänger, which is the same as the masculine singular form.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈzɛŋɐ/
Did you know?
- If you call a professional performer a Sängerlein, you are likely insulting them by implying their voice is small or insignificant.
- The word Sänger is closely related to the English word 'song', as both come from the same ancient Germanic root for singing.
- German has a specific term, Sängerfest, which refers to a large choral festival where many different choirs gather to perform together.
Examples in context
- Du bist ein Sänger.You are a singer.This example shows how to use Sänger to say someone is a singer.Tatoeba #1819043 by pne, translation #628352 by AmberShadow
- Tom ist ein Sänger.Tom is a singer.This example uses Sänger to identify Tom as a singer.Tatoeba #4739165 by Esperantostern, translation #4731529 by CK
- Ich bin kein Sänger.I'm not a singer.This example uses Sänger to state that one is not a singer.Tatoeba #10060453 by wolfgangth, translation #5902881 by CK
- Der Sänger hat eine wunderschöne Stimme.The singer has a beautiful voice.
- 204 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felix and Hannah are discussing a music concert.
- FelixDer Sänger war wirklich fantastisch.The singer was really fantastic.
- HannahJa, seine Stimme ist wunderschön.Yes, his voice is beautiful.
- FelixMöchtest du noch einmal hingehen?Do you want to go again?
- HannahAuf jeden Fall, Felix.Definitely, Felix.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “singer” translations and entries Sänger, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
