German Conversation · Level 1
85 words
German word
Monster
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈmɔnstɐ/
Meaning
- neuter nounmonster
Example
Ich habe ein Monster gesehen.
I saw a monster.
More examples
Der Roman zeigt ein Monster in der Fantasie des Protagonisten.
The novel depicts a monster in the protagonist's imagination.
Core concept
A frightening, unnatural creature that can also suggest extreme size, cruelty, or ugliness in figurative use.
Common phrases
Monster in der Fantasie
monster in the imagination
als Monster auftreten
appear as a monster
ein furchterregendes Monster
a terrifying monster
Similar words
Ungeheuer: An exceptionally large creature with a terrifying appearance or presence.
Bestie: A savage creature that behaves violently and follows its instincts.
Scheusal: A repulsive, extremely ugly being that causes discomfort or fear.
Definition in German
Ein meist großes, unheimliches Wesen, das Angst hervorruft oder Menschen bedrohen kann.
Word origin
German Monster comes through French monstre from Latin monstrum, meaning a strange or extraordinary thing and traditionally an ominous sign.
Usage tips
- Monster is a neuter noun, so the forms are das Monster, ein Monster, and die Monster; the plural usually has no ending.
Other meanings
- beastnoun
- monstrositynoun
Opposites
- Heldheronoun
Related words
- Monsterjägermonster hunternoun
- Monsterfigurmonster characternoun