noun

Herzog

Herzog (noun) means a German duke; a title of high nobility in German-speaking lands. Example: “The old herzog ruled over a small Bavarian territory before unification.”

noun

A German duke; a title of high nobility in German-speaking lands.

"The old herzog ruled over a small Bavarian territory before unification."

"Historians still refer to him by his title, Herzog von Sachsen."

How to use Herzog

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe German word for "duke" — used when discussing German or Austrian nobility.

Common pairings

Herzog von a German herzog

Word forms

Herzogs plural, herzogs plural

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Etymology

From German Herzog, going back to Old High German herizogo, literally "army leader" — the person who led the troops (Heer) at the front (ziehen, "to march").

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Herzog” mean?

The word “Herzog” means a German duke; a title of high nobility in German-speaking lands. In plain terms, the German word for "duke" — used when discussing German or Austrian nobility.

How do you use “Herzog” in a sentence?

Here is “Herzog” used in a sentence: “The old herzog ruled over a small Bavarian territory before unification.”

What part of speech is “Herzog”?

“Herzog” is a noun.

Where does the word “Herzog” come from?

The word “Herzog” comes from German. From German Herzog, going back to Old High German herizogo, literally "army leader" — the person who led the troops (Heer) at the front (ziehen, "to march").

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