How to Say ‘the Brandenburg Gate’ in German
das Brandenburger Tor
dahs BRAN-den-boor-ger tohr
[dahs BRAN-den-boor-ger tohr]
💬 Usage Tip: Note the gender 'das' for 'Tor', which means 'gate' and is neutral in German.
🇩🇪 In Germany: An iconic symbol of Berlin and German reunification, once part of the Berlin Wall.
Phrase Breakdown
das
[dahs]
the
A definite article used for neuter nouns in German.
Das Buch ist interessant.
The book is interesting.
Brandenburger
[BRAN-den-boor-ger]
Brandenburg
Relating to the state of Brandenburg in Germany.
Ich besuche das Brandenburger Tor.
I am visiting the Brandenburg Gate.
Tor
[tohr]
Gate
A large entrance, typically in a historical context.
Das Tor ist bekannt.
The gate is famous.
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