English–German

“foreign language” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfʁɛmtˌʃpʁaːxə/

Example

Welche Fremdsprache lernst du?

Which foreign language are you learning?

Illustration for Fremdsprache (foreign language)

How to say “foreign language” in German

“Foreign language” in German is Fremdsprache.

A language outside the speaker's native-language circle, used as an additional means of communication.

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

Example sentences with Fremdsprache

Viele verbessern ihre Fremdsprache durch Gespräche mit Muttersprachlern.

Many improve their foreign language through conversations with native speakers.

Tips for using Fremdsprache

  • Fremdsprache is feminine, with the plural Fremdsprachen, and it can describe any non-native language rather than only one from another country.

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