English–German

“origin” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈheːɐ̯ˌkʊnft/

Example

Meine Herkunft ist Frankreich.

I am from France.

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How to say “origin” in German

“Origin” in German is Herkunft.

A trail leading from a person back to the place and circumstances they come from.

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

Example sentences with Herkunft

Bitte geben Sie Ihre Herkunft an.

Please state your origin.

Tips for using Herkunft

  • Herkunft can include social background, whereas Herkunftsort specifically identifies the place of origin.

Other German words for “origin”

Der Ursprung dieses Brauchs ist unklar.

The origin of this custom is unclear.

Viele Menschen können ihre Abstammungen durch Dokumente belegen.

Many people can prove their origins with documents.

Die Entstehung dieser Tradition liegt im 19. Jahrhundert.

The origin of this tradition dates back to the 19th century.

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