Hafen

Meaning and Usage

"Hafen" translates to "harbor" or "port" in English. It refers to a place on the coast or shore where ships can seek refuge and load or unload cargo.

Linguistic Analysis

"Hafen" is a masculine noun in German.

Comparisons between German and English

The word "Hafen" is similar to the English word "harbor" in both meaning and usage.

Example Sentences

• Der Hafen ist voller Schiffe. (The harbor is full of ships.)
• Wir werden morgen in den Hafen einlaufen. (We will sail into the harbor tomorrow.)

Memory Tips

Associate "Hafen" with the English word "harbor" to remember its meaning.

Additional Vocabulary

Related words: Hafenstadt (port city), Schifffahrt (shipping), Anlegen (to dock)

Gender and Plural:

• Gender: Masculine
• Plural: die Häfen