mortal in German

mortal in German is sterblich, tödlich, Sterblicher — mortal means certain to die eventually; not immortal.

mortal in German

sterblich

adj

Susceptible to death by aging, sickness, injury, or wound; not immortal. [from 14th c.]

tödlich

adj

Causing death; deadly, fatal, killing, lethal (now only of wounds, injuries etc.). [from 14th c.]

sterblich

adj

Causing death; deadly, fatal, killing, lethal (now only of wounds, injuries etc.). [from 14th c.]

Sterblicher

noun

A human; someone susceptible to death.

Sterbliche

noun

A human; someone susceptible to death.

What does "mortal" mean?

adjective Certain to die eventually; not immortal.
"Humans are mortal, so we should spend our time on what matters most."
adjective Causing or capable of causing death; deadly.
"The doctor warned that the infection could become a mortal danger if it was left untreated."
noun A human being, especially as contrasted with gods or immortal beings.
"In the old story, the hero was an ordinary mortal who challenged the gods."

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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”.

mortal in a sentence

Humans are mortal, so we should spend our time on what matters most.
Even kings are mortal in the end.
The doctor warned that the infection could become a mortal danger if it was left untreated.
He suffered a mortal wound in the battle.

Similar words in German

deadly deathly earthly human individual lethal person somebody

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "mortal" in German?

"mortal" in German is sterblich, tödlich, Sterblicher. mortal means: Certain to die eventually; not immortal.

How do you use "mortal" in a sentence?

Example: "Humans are mortal, so we should spend our time on what matters most." In German, "mortal" is sterblich, tödlich, Sterblicher.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "mortal": sterblich, tödlich, Sterblicher, Sterbliche.

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