English–German

“northern” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnœɐ̯tlɪç/

Example

Das nördliche Viertel ist sehr ruhig.

The northern district is very quiet.

Illustration for nördlich (northern)

How to say “northern” in German

“Northern” in German is nördlich.

A place lies toward the north side of a map, region, or reference point.

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

Example sentences with nördlich

Das Schiff fährt nördlich der Küste.

The ship is sailing north of the coast.

Tips for using nördlich

  • As a location phrase, nördlich von takes von with a dative object, as in nördlich von der Stadt.

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