English–German

“alley” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgasə/

Example

Die Gasse ist sehr eng.

The alley is very narrow.

Illustration for Gasse (alley)

How to say “alley” in German

“Alley” in German is Gasse.

A cramped lane winding through a dense line of houses, where cars have little room to pass.

Full entry for Gasse: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Gasse

In der Gasse hörte man Straßenmusik.

Street music could be heard in the alley.

Tips for using Gasse

  • Gasse does not necessarily mean a pedestrian-only route; it can also name a very narrow street where limited vehicle access remains possible.

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