English–German

“horizon” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/hoʁiˈt͡sɔnt/

Example

Die Sonne geht am Horizont unter.

The sun is setting on the horizon.

Illustration for Horizont (horizon)

How to say “horizon” in German

“Horizon” in German is Horizont.

The distant edge of a visible landscape, also serving as a boundary for what a person can know, imagine, or achieve.

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

Example sentences with Horizont

Das Studium eröffnete ihm einen neuen Horizont.

The study opened up a new horizon for him.

Tips for using Horizont

  • The fixed phrase den Horizont erweitern uses Horizont in the singular for broadening a person's knowledge or outlook.

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