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“mockery” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃpɔt/

Example

Er wurde zum Spott der Klasse.

He became the object of the class's mockery.

Illustration for Spott (mockery)

How to say “mockery” in German

“Mockery” in German is Spott.

A person becomes the target of laughter, mocking words, or gestures meant to make that person look ridiculous.

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

Example sentences with Spott

Sie lachte aus Spott über seine Idee.

She laughed mockingly at his idea.

Tips for using Spott

  • Spott is masculine, so the definite article is der, as in der Spott; the genitive form is des Spotts.

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