Toby
The German phrase Toby corresponds to the English name Toby.
Did you know?
- A German speaker might mistakenly assume someone named Toby is an expat or has a dual nationality because the y is so rare in native German names.
- The 'i' ending in 'Tobi' follows a very common German pattern for creating nicknames from longer names, such as 'Hans' becoming 'Hansi'.
- While Tobi is the standard short form, some German families use Tobi as a legal first name on birth certificates rather than just a nickname.
Examples in context
- Ich heiße TobyMy name is Toby
- Toby ist ein sehr süßer Hund.Toby is a very sweet dog.
- Hast du Toby heute schon gefüttert?Have you already fed Toby today?
- Ich gehe jetzt mit Toby spazieren.I am going for a walk with Toby now.
Example conversation
Sarah and Julian are talking about their pet dog in the living room.
- SarahWo ist eigentlich Toby?Where is Toby, actually?
- JulianToby schläft gerade im Körbchen.Toby is sleeping in his basket right now.
- SarahIst er heute sehr müde?Is he very tired today?
- JulianJa, er hat den ganzen Tag gespielt.Yes, he played all day.
