noun

ger

GEH-uh

Ger (noun) means a traditional Mongolian round tent, also known as a yurt. Example: “The nomadic family had lived in a ger on the steppe for generations.”

noun

A traditional Mongolian round tent, also known as a yurt.

"The nomadic family had lived in a ger on the steppe for generations."

A person who has formally converted to Judaism.

"The rabbi welcomed the ger into the community."

How to use ger

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the Mongolian word for a portable round tent, or, in Jewish contexts, a convert to Judaism.

Word forms

gers plural, gerim plural, Gers plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Mongolian ger, meaning "home" or "tent."

Frequently asked questions

What does “ger” mean?

The word “ger” means a traditional Mongolian round tent, also known as a yurt. In plain terms, either the Mongolian word for a portable round tent, or, in Jewish contexts, a convert to Judaism.

How do you pronounce “ger”?

“Ger” is pronounced GEH-uh (/ˈɡɛə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “ger” in a sentence?

Here is “ger” used in a sentence: “The nomadic family had lived in a ger on the steppe for generations.”

What part of speech is “ger”?

“Ger” is a noun.

How many meanings does “ger” have?

“Ger” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a traditional Mongolian round tent, also known as a yurt.