Zebra
/ˈtseːbʁa/neuter
The English word zebra is translated into German as Zebra. Wiktionary also lists Tigerpferd.
Meaning: African animal (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Zebra | /ˈtseːbʁa/ | neuter |
| Tigerpferd | neuter |
The word refers to the African animal.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Zebra is die Zebras.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtseːbʁa/
Did you know?
- Historically, the term Zebra entered German via Portuguese sailors who used the word zebra to describe the 'wild asses' they encountered.
- While Zebra is the standard term, the rare alternative Tigerpferd literally translates to 'tiger horse'.
Examples in context
- Gehört dieses Zebra dir?Is this zebra yours?This sentence is useful for asking about ownership of a Zebra.Tatoeba #8599445 by Roujin, translation #8246470 by francaisr0wlet
- Ich habe von einem Zebra geträumt.I had a dream about a zebra.This sentence is useful for describing a dream about a Zebra.Tatoeba #10614372 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #10118077 by CK
- Ich habe im Zoo ein Zebra gesehen.I saw a zebra at the zoo.This sentence is useful for stating that you saw a Zebra at the zoo.Tatoeba #10614373 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #9183164 by CK
- Das Zebra ist ein interessantes Tier.The zebra is an interesting animal.
- 7 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Hannah and Julian are looking at a picture book about animals.
- HannahIst das ein Zebra?Is that a zebra?
- JulianJa, das Zebra ist sehr schön.Yes, the zebra is very beautiful.
- HannahEs hat viele Streifen.It has many stripes.
- JulianStimmt, das Zebra sieht toll aus.True, the zebra looks great.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “zebra” translations and entries Zebra, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Zebra, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
