English–German

“desert” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvyːstə/

Example

In der Wüste ist es tagsüber sehr heiß.

It is very hot in the desert during the day.

Illustration for Wüste (desert)

How to say “desert” in German

“Desert” in German is Wüste.

A sun-baked, nearly empty expanse where sparse plants survive despite little rainfall.

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

Example sentences with Wüste

Im Herzen der Wüste überleben nur wenige Pflanzen und Tiere.

In the heart of the desert, only a few plants and animals survive.

Tips for using Wüste

  • The adjective wüst also describes a desolate or disorderly condition, not only barren land.

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