In German

Dezember

Meaning: December

Example sentences

  • WeihnachtenistimDezember.

    Christmas is in December.

  • DerDezemberistderletzteMonatdesJahres.

    December is the last month of the year.

Grammar note

“Der Dezember” is masculine and uses a “z” where English uses “c” — same pattern as “Dezember” beside English “December”.

Common mistake

Don't spell it with a “c” — German always writes “Dezember” with a “z”.

Quick check

Which German word means “December”?

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Frequently asked questions

Why does German spell it “Dezember” with a “z”?

German regularly uses “z” where English and other Romance-influenced spellings use “c”.

Is “Dezember” masculine, feminine or neuter?

Masculine: “der Dezember”.