In German

Ozean

Meaning: ocean

Formal or informal? “Der Ozean” is the word for the ocean. For the sea, Germans say “das Meer”, which is a different word.

Example sentences

  • DerOzeanistsehrtief.

    The ocean is very deep.

  • WirschwimmengernimOzean.

    We like to swim in the ocean.

  • DieOzeanesindriesig.

    The oceans are huge.

Grammar note

“Der Ozean” is masculine. The plural is “die Ozeane”, with an -e ending.

Common mistake

Don't use “Meer” for the big ocean. “Das Meer” is the sea, and it's a different word from “der Ozean”, the ocean.

Quick check

Which German word means “ocean”?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the German for sea?

“Das Meer”.

What is the plural of “Ozean”?

“Ozeane”, with an -e ending.