das Alphabet
/das al.faˈbeːt/word by word
The English phrase "the alphabet" is translated into German as das Alphabet.
das Alphabet refers to the set of letters used to write a particular language.
How does it change in a sentence?
In a sentence, the form of the word may change depending on its grammatical role. The genitive form, used to mean "of the alphabet", is des Alphabets. The dative form, used to mean "to the alphabet", is dem Alphabet.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable. The IPA pronunciation is /das al.faˈbeːt/.
Did you know?
- When sorting a dictionary or a phone book, the German Alphabet treats the letter ß as if it were a double ss.
- The letter ß is so unique to the German Alphabet that it is called Scharfes S, which means 'sharp S'.
- While Alphabet follows the Latin pattern, the German word for the specific sequence of letters used in the country is often called das ABC, which is used more frequently in casual conversation than the formal Alphabet.
Examples in context
- Sag das Alphabet rückwärts auf.Say the alphabet backwards.This sentence is useful for practicing the command to say das Alphabet backwards.Tatoeba #464184 by Espi, translation #67287 by sacredceltic
- Sag das Alphabet bitte rückwärts auf.Recite the alphabet backwards, please.This sentence is useful for practicing a polite command to say das Alphabet backwards.Tatoeba #12012297 by mhr, translation #12572970 by sundown
- Sag bitte das Alphabet rückwärts auf!Please recite the alphabet backwards.Tatoeba #12820347 by mhr, translation #4456941 by PeterMillar3
- 15 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felix and Hannah are studying for a language exam.
- FelixKannst du mir das Alphabet zeigen?Can you show me the alphabet?
- HannahJa, hier ist das Alphabet für Deutsch.Yes, here is the alphabet for German.
- FelixDanke, Hannah. Das hilft mir sehr.Thanks, Hannah. That helps me a lot.
- HannahGerne, Felix. Viel Erfolg beim Lernen!You're welcome, Felix. Good luck studying!
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (das, Alphabet) and can differ in connected speech.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
