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“messenger” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈboːtə/

Example

Der Bote überbrachte die Nachricht.

The messenger delivered the message.

Illustration for Bote (messenger)

How to say “messenger” in German

“Messenger” in German is Bote.

A person stands between sender and recipient, carrying a message or parcel and handing it over.

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

Example sentences with Bote

Wir schickten einen Boten mit dem Dokument.

We sent a messenger with the document.

Tips for using Bote

  • Bote is a weak masculine noun: der Bote, des Boten, and plural die Boten.

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