In German

Stern

Meaning: star

Example sentences

  • DerSternleuchtetinderNacht.

    The star shines at night.

  • WirsehenvieleSterneamHimmel.

    We see many stars in the sky.

  • DieserSternistsehrhell.

    This star is very bright.

Grammar note

“Der Stern” is masculine. The plural is “die Sterne”. It also means a celebrity, same as in English: “ein Filmstar” (a film star).

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Stern” with “Stirn” (forehead) or “Sturm” (storm) — similar-looking short words with unrelated meanings.

Quick check

Which German word means “star”?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of “Stern”?

“Sterne”.

Can “Stern” also mean celebrity?

Yes, as in “ein Filmstar”, borrowed the same way as English.