In German

April

Meaning: April

Example sentences

  • ImAprilregnetesoft.

    It often rains in April.

  • NächstesJahrreisenwirimAprilnachBerlin.

    Next year we're traveling to Berlin in April.

Grammar note

“Der April” is masculine and, unlike most other months, is spelled exactly like its English counterpart — a rare easy one.

Common mistake

Don't add an umlaut or extra letters — “April” is already identical in both languages, so there's nothing to change.

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Frequently asked questions

Is “April” spelled differently from English?

No — it's one of the few months spelled identically in both languages.

What's special about April 1st in Germany?

It's “der erste April”, April Fools' Day, same as in English-speaking countries.