Language/German/Vocabulary/Body
Hi German learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the most important German words related to the body. Knowing these words will help you to understand and communicate better in German. Let's get started!
After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Drinks, Days of the Week, DEUTSCH IM DETAIL 2 & Language.
Body Parts[edit | edit source]
The following table contains the most common German words related to body parts.
| German | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Arm | [ˈaːɐ̯m] | Arm |
| Bein | [ˈbaɪ̯n] | Leg |
| Bauch | [ˈbau̯x] | Belly |
| Brust | [bʁʊst] | Chest |
| Finger | [ˈfɪŋɐ] | Finger |
You can also use the following phrases to talk about body parts:
- Mein Arm tut weh. - My arm hurts.
- Ich habe einen kleinen Bauch. - I have a small belly.
- Ich habe lange Finger. - I have long fingers.
Body Functions[edit | edit source]
The following table contains the most common German words related to body functions.
| German | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| atmen | [ˈatmən] | Breathe |
| essen | [ˈɛsn̩] | Eat |
| hören | [ˈhøːʁən] | Hear |
| schlafen | [ˈʃlaːfn̩] | Sleep |
| sehen | [ˈzeːən] | See |
You can also use the following phrases to talk about body functions:
- Ich atme tief ein und aus. - I breathe deeply in and out.
- Ich esse gerne Gemüse. - I like to eat vegetables.
- Ich höre Musik. - I listen to music.
- Ich schlafe 8 Stunden pro Nacht. - I sleep 8 hours per night.
- Ich sehe den Mond. - I see the moon.
Practice[edit | edit source]
To improve your German Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Videos[edit | edit source]
Parts of the body in German | German Lessons for Learners - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn German | German Vocabulary | Body parts | A1 - YouTube[edit | edit source]
German Vocabulary (Part 2) | Popular words | Categories: body ...[edit | edit source]
Parts of the body in German - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn German vocabulary: Human body parts - YouTube[edit | edit source]
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- Naming The Parts Of The Body In German
- Ultimate List of Body Parts in German: From Your Head to Your Toes ...
- Body Parts in German: 102 Top Words From Head to Foot