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How do you say "piranha" in German?
der Piranha
In German, "piranha" is der Piranha.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'pee-RAHN-yah', stress on the second syllable, with long I and A sounds.
Grammar notes
Der Piranha is masculine. Plural: die Piranhas. Borrowed from Portuguese via English.
Example sentence
Der Piranha hat scharfe Zähne.
The piranha has sharp teeth.
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How to remember der Piranha
Piranha is the same in German as in English. It's a South American fish known for its sharp teeth.
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Questions about der Piranha
How do you say "piranha" in German?
In German, "piranha" is der Piranha. It is a noun.
Is der Piranha masculine or feminine?
Der Piranha is masculine. Plural: die Piranhas. Borrowed from Portuguese via English.
How is der Piranha used in a sentence?
Use der Piranha as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Piranha hat scharfe Zähne. (The piranha has sharp teeth.).
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