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german

The correct spelling is german.

How to pronounce german

noun

IPA: /ˈd͡ʒɜː.mən/

Say it like: Jer-man

The correct spelling is german. A near relative. For example: "brother-german"

Usage Examples

brother-german

cousin-german

Wert thou a leopard, thou wert german to the lion.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A near relative.
  2. 2.An elaborate round dance, often with a waltz movement.
  3. 3.A social party at which the german is danced.

adjective

  1. 1.Having the same mother and father; a full (brother or sister).
  2. 2.Being born to one’s blood aunt or uncle, a first (cousin).
  3. 3.Closely related, akin.

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