English–German

“mouse” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/maʊ̯s/

Example

Auf dem Dachboden sind viele Mäuse.

There are many mice in the attic.

Illustration for Maus (mouse)

How to say “mouse” in German

“Mouse” in German is Maus.

A tiny gnawing mammal darting between stored food and hiding places.

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

Example sentences with Maus

Im Stall entdeckte der Bauer eine Maus zwischen den Heuballen.

In the barn, the farmer discovered a mouse between the hay bales.

Tips for using Maus

  • Maus is feminine, so the definite article is die, as in die Maus and die Mäuse.

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