Aleman (en. German)

a-le-man

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A person originally from Germany.
My friend is German and speaks Spanish very well.
Mi amigo es alemán y habla español muy bien.
The official language of Germany.
I am learning German to travel to Berlin.
Estoy aprendiendo alemán para viajar a Berlín.

Etymology

From Latin 'Alemanus', which refers to the Germanic tribes that inhabited the region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

German at heart
It refers to someone who, despite not being from Germany, has a strong connection to German culture.
Alemán de corazón
Speak German
It is used to refer to the ability to communicate in the German language.
Hablar alemán
Like a German
Expression that indicates doing something meticulously or precisely.
Como un alemán

Related Words

Germany
Central European country, known for its rich history and culture.
Alemania
Berliners
Inhabitant of Berlin, the capital of Germany.
berlines
German (language)
Germanic language primarily spoken in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
alemán (idioma)

Slang Meanings

Purebred German
He is a purebred German, always celebrating Oktoberfest.
Él es un alemán de pura cepa, siempre celebra el Oktoberfest.
Covert German
That guy has an air of a covert German because of his way of dressing.
Ese chico tiene un aire de alemán encubierto por su forma de vestir.