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Dorf

English translation of Dorf

village

In German, the word 'Dorf' is used to describe a small village or rural community. It is often used to describe a settlement in the countryside, away from larger cities or towns. The term can also be used to describe a small, close-knit community where everyone knows each other.


Example sentences using: Dorf

Ich komme aus einem kleinen Dorf.

English translation of Ich komme aus einem kleinen Dorf.

I come from a small village.

This sentence expresses someone's origin from a small village, using the German word for village, 'Dorf'. In German, 'aus' is used to denote the origin or source.

Das Dorf liegt in einem Tal.

English translation of Das Dorf liegt in einem Tal.

The village is located in a valley.

Used to describe the geographical location of the village, in this case, situated in a valley. In German, 'liegt' is generally used for describing locations.

Wir besuchen das Dorf meiner Großmutter.

English translation of Wir besuchen das Dorf meiner Großmutter.

We are visiting my grandmother's village.

This phrase is used when one is planning to visit the village where their grandmother lives or once lived. The use of 'besuchen' indicates the act of visiting.

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