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How to Say ‘The chubby Dieter’ in German

Der dicke Dieter

der DIK-eh DEE-ter

[der DIK-eh DEE-ter]

💬 Usage Tip: A lesson in consonant emphasis with distinct 'd' sounds.

🇩🇪 In Germany: Names like 'Dieter' are traditional but less common in younger generations.

Phrase Breakdown

Der

[der]

the

Used to specify a noun that is understood or previously mentioned.

Example

Der Hund ist groß.

The dog is big.

dicke

[DIK-eh]

thick

Having a large distance between opposite sides; not thin.

Example

Das Buch ist dick.

The book is thick.

Dieter

[DEE-ter]

Dieter

A German male given name.

Example

Dieter geht spazieren.

Dieter is going for a walk.

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