Tommy
Tommy is the German diminutive of the name Thomas.
Meaning: diminutive of Thomas (name)
Did you know?
- The name Tommy entered German usage via 'Tommy Atkins', the nickname for a common British soldier in the 19th century.
- The German use of Tommy differs from the traditional diminutive pattern of adding -chen or -lein, which would result in the unlikely Thomaschen.
- Unlike the English 'Tommy', which is common for any 'Thomas', Germans may use Tommy specifically to denote a more modern or casual persona.
Examples in context
- Tommy, kannst du mich hören?Tommy, can you hear me?This sentence is useful for checking if someone can hear you.Tatoeba #777209 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #37441 by cromwellt
- Tommy ist ein netter Mensch.Tommy is a nice man.This sentence is useful for describing someone's personality.Tatoeba #1060553 by Manfredo, translation #37439 by CN
- Tommy konnte die letzte Frage nicht beantworten.Tommy couldn't answer the last question.This sentence is useful for describing someone's inability to answer a question.Tatoeba #777207 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #37440 by CM
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Example conversation
Lukas and Laura are discussing their friend's birthday party.
- LukasIst Tommy auch zur Party gekommen?Did Tommy also come to the party?
- LauraJa, Tommy ist gerade erst angekommen.Yes, Tommy just arrived.
- LukasHat er sein Geschenk dabei?Does he have his gift with him?
- LauraIch glaube schon.I think so.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Tommy, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
