English–German

“dwarf” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/t͡svɛʁk/

Example

Ich sehe den Zwerg im Garten.

I see the dwarf in the garden.

Illustration for Zwerg (dwarf)

How to say “dwarf” in German

“Dwarf” in German is Zwerg.

A small humanlike folklore figure associated with underground places, skilled crafts, and garden ornaments.

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

Example sentences with Zwerg

Auf dem Regal steht ein winziger Zwerg aus Holz.

A tiny wooden dwarf stands on the shelf.

Tips for using Zwerg

  • For a person with dwarfism, Zwerg can be derogatory; neutral terms include kleinwuechsig and Person mit Kleinwuchs.

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