German Conversation · Level 63
76 words
German word
Urlaub
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈuːɐ̯laʊ̯p/
Meaning
- masculine nounvacation
Example
Im Urlaub entspanne ich mich gern.
I like to relax on vacation.
More examples
Diesen Sommer fahren wir in den Urlaub.
This summer we're going on vacation.
Core concept
Time officially freed from regular work so recovery or travel can take place.
Common phrases
Urlaub machen
take a vacation
in den Urlaub fahren
go on vacation
den Urlaub verlängern
extend the vacation
Similar words
Ferien: A longer break from school or university between academic terms.
Reise: Travel and a stay in another place for tourism or personal business.
Dienstreise: A work-related trip taken to handle professional duties elsewhere.
Kurzurlaub: A short break from work, often including a weekend.
Definition in German
Urlaub ist eine Zeit, in der man von der Arbeit frei hat, um sich zu erholen oder zu verreisen.
Word origin
The modern noun developed from Middle High German urloup, a term for permission or leave, especially from duty or service.
Usage tips
- Urlaub usually concerns employees, while Ferien mainly refers to school holidays or academic breaks.