English–German

“ocean” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈoːt͡seaːn/

Example

Viele Tiere leben im Ozean.

Many animals live in the ocean.

Illustration for Ozean (ocean)

How to say “ocean” in German

“Ocean” in German is Ozean.

An ocean is a planetary-scale salt-water space whose far edge merges with the horizon.

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

Example sentences with Ozean

Die Temperatur des Ozeans beeinflusst das Klima.

The temperature of the ocean affects the climate.

Tips for using Ozean

  • Ozean is more geographic and formal than Meer, the broader everyday German word for a sea or ocean.

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