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constellation in German

constellation in German is Sternbild, Konstellation, Asterismus — constellation means a recognized pattern or group of stars in the sky, often named after a mythological figure or shape.

constellation in German

Sternbild
noun
Sternbild
noun
(astronomy) An arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure (especially one from mythology) or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognized by astronomers; an asterism.
Konstellation
noun
(astronomy) An arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure (especially one from mythology) or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognized by astronomers; an asterism.
Asterismus
noun
(astronomy) An arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure (especially one from mythology) or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognized by astronomers; an asterism.

What does "constellation" mean?

  1. noun A recognized pattern or group of stars in the sky, often named after a mythological figure or shape.
    "Orion is one of the easiest constellations to spot in winter."
  2. noun A group of related things, ideas, or people considered together.
    "The report described a constellation of factors behind the company's collapse."
  3. noun A group of satellites working together for the same purpose.
    "The company launched a new constellation of satellites to provide global internet."

constellation in a sentence

  • Orion is one of the easiest constellations to spot in winter.
  • Ancient sailors used constellations to navigate the open sea.
  • The report described a constellation of factors behind the company's collapse.
  • The company launched a new constellation of satellites to provide global internet.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "constellation" in German?

"constellation" in German is Sternbild, Konstellation, Asterismus. constellation means: A recognized pattern or group of stars in the sky, often named after a mythological figure or shape.

How do you use "constellation" in a sentence?

Example: "Orion is one of the easiest constellations to spot in winter." In German, "constellation" is Sternbild, Konstellation, Asterismus.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "constellation": Sternbild, Konstellation, Asterismus.

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