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“colony” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/koloˈniː/

Example

Die Kolonien wurden 1960 unabhängig.

The colonies gained independence in 1960.

Illustration for Kolonie (colony)

How to say “colony” in German

“Colony” in German is Kolonie.

A community established in a new place, often far from its original home and still linked to it.

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

Example sentences with Kolonie

Viele Siedler kamen, um eine Kolonie zu gründen.

Many settlers came to establish a colony.

Tips for using Kolonie

  • Kolonie is feminine, with the plural Kolonien: die Kolonie, die Kolonien.

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