Spider-Man
The English phrase "spider-man" is translated into German as Spider-Man.
Spider-Man refers to the fictional superhero who possesses the powers of a spider.
Did you know?
- The German word for spider, Spinne, is feminine, which creates a subtle grammatical contrast when referring to the masculine Spider-Man.
- In older German comic translations, names were sometimes localized, but modern media almost exclusively uses the English 'Spider-Man' to avoid confusion.
- In Germany, the character's secret identity Peter Parker is kept in English, but his civilian dialogue is translated into a standard German register that lacks the specific New York slang of the original.
Examples in context
- Die neueste Spider-Man-Ausgabe ist überall ausverkauft.The latest Spider-Man issue is sold out everywhere.
- Hast du Spidey schon in Aktion gesehen?Have you seen Spidey in action yet?
- Spidey ist mein Lieblingsheld!Spidey is my favorite hero!
- Ich mag Spider-Man sehr.I like Spider-Man very much.
- Spider-Man kann an Wänden klettern.Spider-Man can climb on walls.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a movie at the cinema.
- LauraWollen wir Spider-Man sehen?Do we want to see Spider-Man?
- FelixJa, ich bin ein großer Fan.Yes, I am a big fan.
- LauraDer Held ist wirklich cool, oder?The hero is really cool, right?
- FelixJa, Spider-Man ist fantastisch.Yes, Spider-Man is fantastic.
