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    Allemand (en. German)

    /al.mã/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Language primarily spoken in Germany.
    German is a Germanic language.
    L'allemand est une langue germanique.
    Person of German nationality.
    Germans are known for their punctuality.
    Les Allemands sont connus pour leur ponctualité.
    adjective
    Relating to Germany.
    German culture is very rich.
    La culture allemande est très riche.
    Related to the German language.
    I have been learning German for six months.
    J'apprends l'allemand depuis six mois.
    Referring to a person originating from Germany.
    He is German; he comes from Berlin.
    Il est allemand, il vient de Berlin.

    Etymology

    Comes from Middle French 'alemant', derived from Latin 'Alemannus', which refers to German speakers.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Ethnic German
    Refers to a person of German origin.
    allemand de souche
    German as a Spanish cow (meaning clueless or out of place)
    Refers to someone who understands nothing of German.
    allemand comme une vache espagnole

    Related Words

    Germany
    Country in Central Europe.
    Allemagne
    Germans
    The inhabitants or citizens of Germany.
    Allemands
    Germanic
    Characteristic or quality specific to German culture.
    allemandise

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person overly strict about rules.
    He is so German in his way of life, always following the norms.
    Il est tellement allemand dans sa façon de vivre, toujours à suivre les normes.
    In a humorous context, refers to someone who loves beer.
    When he goes out, he becomes a real German; he only orders beers.
    Quand il sort, il devient un vrai allemand, il ne commande que des bières.