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How to Say ‘the Cologne Cathedral’ in German

der Kölner Dom

💬 Usage Tip: 'Dom' is masculine and refers to a grand cathedral.

🇩🇪 In Germany: A masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

der

[dehr]

the

A definite article used for masculine nouns in German.

Example

Der Apfel ist grün.

The apple is green.

Kölner

[KURL-ner]

Cologne

Relating to the city of Cologne in Germany.

Example

Der Kölner Dom ist in Köln.

The Cologne Cathedral is in Cologne.

Dom

[DOHM]

Cathedral

A principal church of a diocese, containing the bishop's throne.

Example

Der Dom ist majestätisch.

The cathedral is majestic.

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