Lazy German Nouns - Deutsch lernen

Lazy German Nouns - Deutsch lernen

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English, Other

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video explores the concept of 'lazy' German nouns, where names are derived from simple descriptions of appearance, location, or function. It covers geographical names in Germany, animal names, hospital vocabulary, and terms for school and office supplies. The video humorously highlights the straightforwardness of German naming conventions, providing examples and translations to English.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the literal translation of 'Nodze' in English?

West Sea

East Sea

South Sea

North Sea

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is 'Nita Zaxon' considered confusing in terms of its geographical location?

It is located west of Saxony.

It is located east of Saxony.

It is located north of Saxony.

It is located south of Saxony.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Schloss Brown Fez' literally mean?

Castle Brown Cliff

Castle Blue Lake

Castle Red Valley

Castle Green Hill

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the German term for a platypus, and what does it mean?

Katzentier, meaning cat animal

Schnabeltia, meaning billed animal

Fledertier, meaning flying animal

Wassertier, meaning water animal

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the literal meaning of 'Foul Tia' in German?

Small animal

Strong animal

Fast animal

Lazy animal

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Konkin House' translate to in English?

Big house

New house

Sick house

Old house

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the German term for a pencil, and what does it mean?

Filtschtift, meaning felt stick

Bly Stiffed, meaning lead stick

Farb Stiffed, meaning color stick

Kugel Schreiber, meaning ball writer

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