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“synonym” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/zynoˈnyːm/

Example

Kannst du mir ein Synonym für dieses Wort nennen?

Can you give me a synonym for this word?

Illustration for Synonym (synonym)

How to say “synonym” in German

“Synonym” in German is Synonym.

Two different labels point to nearly the same meaning, allowing one to replace the other in a sentence.

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

Example sentences with Synonym

Bei Unsicherheit suche ich zuerst nach einem Synonym.

When I'm unsure, I first look for a synonym.

Tips for using Synonym

  • Synonym is neuter: das Synonym; its plural is die Synonyme, with the final -e rather than the English plural ending.

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