noun

der Name, -n

name

Ein Wort, das eine Person, ein Tier, einen Ort oder eine Sache bezeichnet.

The German noun "Name" translates directly to "name" in English. It means the label or identifier given to a person, place, thing, or concept. The plural form in German is "Namen". There are no separate parts to this noun to denote other meanings, as it's a standalone term. Similar words that relate to identity in German include "Bezeichnung" (designation), "Begriff" (term), or "Titel" (title).

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Examples

Mein Name ist Lisa.noun

My name is Lisa.

Sie hat einen schönen Namen.noun

She has a beautiful name.

Sein Name steht auf der Liste.noun

His name is on the list.

Mein Name ist Jan.noun

My name is Jan.

Ein Name fehlt auf der Liste.noun

A name is missing from the list.

Dein Name klingt schön.noun

Your name sounds beautiful.

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