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"Beach" in German: Strand
der Strand
Beach in German is der Strand. Say am Strand for at the beach. Soft compounds like Strandkorb name the classic North Sea wicker seat.
Holiday plans
Wir liegen den ganzen Tag am Strand.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce Strand
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SHTRAHNT
/ʃtʁant/
SHTRAHNT. Sharp shtr, long a, final t. Masculine: der Strand.
"Beach" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| der Strand | the beach Core noun. | Core noun. |
| am Strand | at the beach Location. | Location. |
| Strandkorb | beach basket chair Coastal classic. | Coastal classic. |
| Sandstrand | sandy beach Type of beach. | Type of beach. |
How to use Strand in real life
- 1Holiday plans
Wir liegen den ganzen Tag am Strand.
We're lying at the beach all day.
Am Strand.
- 2Weather check
Ist der Strand heute windig?
Is the beach windy today?
Der Strand subject.
- 3Meeting point
Treffen wir uns direkt am Strand?
Shall we meet right at the beach?
Am Strand.
Mistakes English speakers make with Strand
Incorrect: die Strand
Correct: der Strand
Strand is masculine.
Incorrect: im Strand
Correct: am Strand
At the beach is am Strand.
Good to know
German Baltic and North Sea coasts live for Strandtage. Strandkörbe are iconic rentals. Soft lake swimming also uses Strand for the shore.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Packing for a coastal day
ChatPal
Gehen wir früh zum Strand?
Shall we go to the beach early?
You
Ja. Am Strand wird es schnell voll.
Yes. The beach fills up fast.
ChatPal
Ich bringe Creme für den Strand.
I'll bring cream for the beach.
You
Und Wasser. Der Strand macht durstig.
And water. The beach makes you thirsty.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Beach" in German
How do you say at the beach?
Am Strand.
Gender?
Masculine: der Strand.
Plural?
Die Strände.
What is a Strandkorb?
A hooded wicker beach chair common on German coasts.
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