English–German

“language” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃpʁaːxə/

Example

Ich lerne eine neue Sprache.

I am learning a new language.

Illustration for Sprache (language)

How to say “language” in German

“Language” in German is Sprache.

A flexible system carries both spoken words and written signs within a human community.

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

Example sentences with Sprache

Im Tandem verbessere ich mein Gefühl für die Sprache.

In tandem, I improve my feel for the language.

Tips for using Sprache

  • Deutsch can name the language by itself, so Ich lerne Deutsch is natural alongside Ich lerne eine neue Sprache.

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