English–German
“summer vacation” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈzɔmɐˌfeːʁi̯ən/
Example
Die Kinder haben lange Sommerferien.
The children have a long summer vacation.
How to say “summer vacation” in German
“Summer vacation” in German is Sommerferien.
Classrooms close for several weeks in summer, leaving pupils free from lessons.
Example sentences with Sommerferien
Am Ende der Sommerferien haben viele Schüler Prüfungen.
At the end of summer vacation, many students have exams.
Tips for using Sommerferien
- Ferien usually refers to a school break, whereas Urlaub more often means an individual's leave from work.