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fairy tale in German

fairy tale in German is Märchen, Fabel, märchenhaft.

fairy tale in German

Märchen

noun

A folktale or literary story featuring fairies or similar fantasy characters.

Fabel

noun

A folktale or literary story featuring fairies or similar fantasy characters.

Märchen

noun

märchenhaft

adj

Of the nature of a fairy tale; as if from a fairy tale.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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”.

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What is "fairy tale" in German?

"fairy tale" in German is Märchen, Fabel, märchenhaft.

Are there other ways to say "fairy tale" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "fairy tale": Märchen, Fabel, märchenhaft.

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