dak1 jyu5德語德语
Jyutpingdak1 jyu5
Yaledāk yúh
Definition
German; the German language.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
Refers specifically to the German language spoken in countries like Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It is treated as a formal academic subject or a foreign language skill, distinct from the more casual way one might refer to local dialects.
Examples
He can speak German and has studied abroad in Germany.
Do you think German is very difficult to learn?
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Grammar guides
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