Lieder
The German phrase for "songs" is Lieder.
How does it change in a sentence?
Lieder is the plural form of the noun Lied. When using the singular form das Lied, it uses the neuter definite article. For the plural form die Lieder, the plural definite article is used.
Did you know?
- In German, the word Lied can be used figuratively to describe a repetitive, annoying, or tiresome story, similar to how English speakers might say 'the same old song and dance'.
- In the classical music world, the term Lied is used globally to refer specifically to a German art song, usually for solo voice and piano.
- The word Lied comes from the Old High German liod, which originally meant 'sound' or 'noise' rather than a composed song.
Examples in context
- Er singt schöne Lieder.He sings beautiful songs.This sentence is useful for seeing how to describe someone singing beautiful Lieder.Tatoeba #12125479 by Lundian, translation #12137439 by sundown
- Wir kennen keine Lieder.We don't know any songs.This sentence is useful for expressing that you do not know any Lieder.Tatoeba #3145138 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2700195 by LanguageExpert
- Gefallen dir ihre Lieder?Do you like his songs?This sentence is useful for asking if someone likes certain Lieder.Tatoeba #2776420 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2257929 by CM
- Es handelt sich um einen Rocksong.It's a rock song.
- Das Lied 'Atemlos durch die Nacht' von Helene Fischer ist sehr beliebt.The song 'Atemlos durch die Nacht' by Helene Fischer is very popular.
- Das Lied ist der Hammer!This song is amazing!
- Ich liebe diesen Track!I love this track!
- Krass! Das Lied geht voll ab!Wow! This song is really rocking!
- Die Nummer ist echt geil!This track is really cool!
- Das Lied ist der Oberknaller!The song is the ultimate hit!
- Alter, das Lied ist der Wahnsinn!Dude, this song is insane!
- Ich kann einfach nicht stillsitzen, wenn dieser Song läuft.I just can't sit still when this song is playing.
- Dieser Track bringt mich immer zum Lächeln.This track always makes me smile.
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Example conversation
Felix and Hannah are sitting in a cafe listening to music.
- FelixDiese Lieder sind sehr beruhigend.These songs are very calming.
- HannahJa, ich mag diese Lieder auch.Yes, I like these songs too.
- FelixKennst du noch andere Lieder von ihm?Do you know any other songs by him?
- HannahIch glaube, er hat noch mehr Lieder.I think he has more songs.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
