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Antiquity in German

Antiquity in German is Altertum, Antike — Antiquity means ancient times, especially the era of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

Antiquity in German

Altertum
proper noun
The period of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.
Altertum
noun
Antike
noun

What does "Antiquity" mean?

  1. noun Ancient times, especially the era of the ancient Greeks and Romans.
    "The philosopher Plato lived in classical antiquity."
  2. noun An object or relic surviving from ancient times.
    "The museum's collection of antiquities includes coins and statues thousands of years old."

Antiquity in a sentence

  • The philosopher Plato lived in classical antiquity.
  • Many modern legal ideas can be traced back to antiquity.
  • The museum's collection of antiquities includes coins and statues thousands of years old.

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "Antiquity" in German?

"Antiquity" in German is Altertum, Antike. Antiquity means: Ancient times, especially the era of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

How do you use "Antiquity" in a sentence?

Example: "The philosopher Plato lived in classical antiquity." In German, "Antiquity" is Altertum, Antike.

Are there other ways to say "Antiquity" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "Antiquity": Altertum, Antike.

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