Cologne in German

Cologne in German is Köln, Kölnisch Wasser, Eau de Cologne — Cologne means a light, fragrant liquid, weaker than perfume, used to give a pleasant scent to the skin.

Cologne in German

Köln

proper noun

The largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia, in western Germany, on the Rhine River.

Kölnisch Wasser

noun

Any of a family of fresh, citrus-based fragrances distilled using extracts from citrus, floral, and woody ingredients, said to have been developed in the early 18th century in Cologne, Germany.

Eau de Cologne

noun

Any of a family of fresh, citrus-based fragrances distilled using extracts from citrus, floral, and woody ingredients, said to have been developed in the early 18th century in Cologne, Germany.

Kölnischwasser

noun

Any of a family of fresh, citrus-based fragrances distilled using extracts from citrus, floral, and woody ingredients, said to have been developed in the early 18th century in Cologne, Germany.

What does "Cologne" mean?

noun A light, fragrant liquid, weaker than perfume, used to give a pleasant scent to the skin.
"He splashed on some cologne before heading out for the evening."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Cologne in a sentence

He splashed on some cologne before heading out for the evening.
The store's men's section was thick with the smell of cologne.

Similar words in German

aftershave fragrance scent

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Cologne" in German?

"Cologne" in German is Köln, Kölnisch Wasser, Eau de Cologne. Cologne means: A light, fragrant liquid, weaker than perfume, used to give a pleasant scent to the skin.

How do you use "Cologne" in a sentence?

Example: "He splashed on some cologne before heading out for the evening." In German, "Cologne" is Köln, Kölnisch Wasser, Eau de Cologne.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "Cologne": Köln, Kölnisch Wasser, Eau de Cologne, Kölnischwasser.

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