Aleman (en. German)

ä-lē-män

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who comes from Germany.
Wolfgang is a German living in the Philippines.
Si Wolfgang ay isang aleman na nakatira sa Pilipinas.
The language spoken by Germans.
I want to learn German next year.
Nais kong matutunan ang aleman sa susunod na taon.
Refers to people or things related to Germany.
Germans are known for their innovations in technology.
Ang mga aleman ay kilala sa kanilang mga inobasyon sa teknolohiya.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'alemán', referring to a person from Germany.

Common Phrases and Expressions

German language
Language spoken in Germany.
Aleman na wika
Good German
Complimenting a German for their behavior or actions.
Aleman na mabuti

Related Words

Germany
A country in Europe known for Germans.
Alemanya
Germano
A Spanish word referring to a German.
Alemán

Slang Meanings

imported goods or products from another country, often high quality
I bought imported shoes, they're beautiful!
Bumili ako ng aleman na sapatos, ang ganda!
people with history or connections to Germany
There they are, they're Germans, you can relate with them over beer!
Ayan, mga aleman sila, ka-relate mo sa beer!
people who love biking or use bicycles uphill
The bikers here are always cycling even in bad weather!
Ang mga aleman dito, palaging naka-bike kahit masama ang panahon!