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“dolphin” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/dɛlˈfiːn/

Example

Die Delfine sind sehr intelligent.

Dolphins are very intelligent.

Illustration for Delfin (dolphin)

How to say “dolphin” in German

“Dolphin” in German is Delfin.

A sleek sea mammal surfaces to breathe and travels with other dolphins in a social group.

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

Example sentences with Delfin

Die Wissenschaftler dokumentieren die Kommunikation der Delfine.

The scientists document the communication of dolphins.

Tips for using Delfin

  • Delfin is masculine, so the singular uses der Delfin and the plural uses die Delfine.

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