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"Fire" in German: Feuer
das Feuer
Fire in German is das Feuer. Say Das Feuer brennt for a flame. Feuerwehr is the fire department; open fires outdoors may need permission.
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How to pronounce Feuer
Say it
FOY-er
/ˈfɔʏɐ/
FOY-er. Eu like oy. Soft final -er.
"Fire" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| das Feuer | the fire Flame or blaze. | Flame or blaze. |
| Feuer machen | to make a fire Camping / fireplace. | Camping / fireplace. |
| die Feuerwehr | the fire department Emergency. | Emergency. |
| Feuer! | Fire! Alarm shout. | Alarm shout. |
How to use Feuer in real life
- 1Camp
Dürfen wir hier ein Feuer machen?
May we make a fire here?
Ein Feuer machen.
- 2Fireplace
Das Feuer im Kamin knistert schön.
The fire in the fireplace crackles nicely.
Das Feuer.
- 3Warning
Halt Abstand vom Feuer, bitte.
Keep distance from the fire, please.
Vom Feuer.
Mistakes English speakers make with Feuer
Incorrect: die Feuer (singular)
Correct: das Feuer
Singular is neuter: das Feuer.
Incorrect: Fire! (in German)
Correct: Feuer!
The alarm word is Feuer.
Good to know
Grilling in parks can be restricted; look for designated Feuerstellen. Smoke alarms and Feuerwehr numbers are taught early in schools.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Camping evening
ChatPal
Ist das Feuer schon stark genug?
Is the fire already strong enough?
You
Noch nicht. Das Feuer braucht mehr Holz.
Not yet. The fire needs more wood.
ChatPal
Okay, ich hole trockene Äste fürs Feuer.
Okay, I'll get dry branches for the fire.
You
Danke. Dann rösten wir Marshmallows.
Thanks. Then we'll roast marshmallows.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Fire" in German
How do you say fire?
Das Feuer.
Make a fire?
Feuer machen.
Fire department?
Die Feuerwehr.
Gender?
Neuter: das Feuer.
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