English–German

“cathedral” in German

German

AlsoKathedrale

Pronunciation

IPA/doːm/

Example

Wir besichtigen den Dom in Köln.

We are visiting the cathedral in Cologne.

Illustration for Dom (cathedral)

How to say “cathedral” in German

“Cathedral” in German is Dom.

A grand historic church that stands as a landmark in a city and often has imposing towers and spacious interiors.

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

Example sentences with Dom

Wir treffen uns vor dem Dom.

We meet in front of the cathedral.

Tips for using Dom

  • Dom is masculine, with the forms der Dom, den Dom, and the plural die Dome.

Other German words for “cathedral”

Wir besuchen die Kathedrale am Sonntag.

We will visit the cathedral on Sunday.

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