Time Vocabulary - A1-A2
Learn essential German vocabulary for time, including days of the week, months, seasons, and time expressions.
This vocabulary is fundamental for scheduling, making appointments, and talking about when things happen.
Master these words to communicate effectively about time in German, whether you're making plans or describing past or future events.
Word List
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montag / der Montag | Monday | Am Montag gehe ich zur Arbeit. | On Monday I go to work. |
| 2 | Dienstag / der Dienstag | Tuesday | Am Dienstag habe ich Unterricht. | On Tuesday I have class. |
| 3 | Mittwoch / der Mittwoch | Wednesday | Am Mittwoch ist Markttag. | Wednesday is market day. |
| 4 | Donnerstag / der Donnerstag | Thursday | Am Donnerstag treffe ich Freunde. | On Thursday I meet friends. |
| 5 | Freitag / der Freitag | Friday | Am Freitag ist Feierabend. | Friday is the end of work. |
| 6 | Samstag / der Samstag | Saturday | Am Samstag schlafe ich lange. | On Saturday I sleep in. |
| 7 | Sonntag / der Sonntag | Sunday | Am Sonntag ruhe ich aus. | On Sunday I rest. |
| 8 | Januar / der Januar | January | Im Januar ist es kalt. | In January it is cold. |
| 9 | Februar / der Februar | February | Im Februar ist Karneval. | In February there is carnival. |
| 10 | März / der März | March | Im März beginnt der Frühling. | Spring begins in March. |
| 11 | April / der April | April | Im April regnet es oft. | It often rains in April. |
| 12 | Mai / der Mai | May | Im Mai blühen die Blumen. | The flowers bloom in May. |
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| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Juni / der Juni | June | Im Juni ist es warm. | It is warm in June. |
| 14 | Juli / der Juli | July | Im Juli ist Sommer. | It is summer in July. |
| 15 | August / der August | August | Im August ist Urlaubszeit. | August is vacation time. |
| 16 | September / der September | September | Im September beginnt der Herbst. | Autumn begins in September. |
| 17 | Oktober / der Oktober | October | Im Oktober ist Erntedankfest. | Thanksgiving is in October. |
| 18 | November / der November | November | Im November wird es kalt. | It gets cold in November. |
| 19 | Dezember / der Dezember | December | Im Dezember ist Weihnachten. | Christmas is in December. |
| 20 | der Frühling | spring | Im Frühling blühen die Blumen. | The flowers bloom in spring. |
| 21 | der Sommer | summer | Im Sommer ist es heiß. | It is hot in summer. |
| 22 | der Herbst | autumn/fall | Im Herbst fallen die Blätter. | The leaves fall in autumn. |
| 23 | der Winter | winter | Im Winter schneit es. | It snows in winter. |
Related Exercises
Multiple Choice
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What vocabulary is covered in this topic?
This page covers 23 essential German words for Time Vocabulary at A1-A2 level, including common terms and phrases you'll need in real-world situations.
How should I practice these words?
Practice by reading the example sentences, using the words in context, and completing the related exercises. Regular review is key to retention.
Are there exercises available?
Yes! Check the Related Exercises section above for interactive practice activities that will help you master this vocabulary.