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“ancient times” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/anˈtiːkə/

Example

In der Antike gab es viele Stadtstaaten.

In ancient times, there were many city-states.

Illustration for Antike (ancient times)

How to say “ancient times” in German

“Ancient times” in German is Antike.

A world of early cities, temples, trade networks, and political communities before medieval Europe.

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

Example sentences with Antike

Die Philosophie der Antike beeinflusst noch heute viele Denker.

The philosophy of antiquity still influences many thinkers today.

Tips for using Antike

  • Antike is a feminine noun, so the standard phrase is "in der Antike" with the dative article der.

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