Welt
/vɛlt/The Earth or the physical world, including all of humanity and nature.
Die Welt ist wunderschön.
The world is beautiful.
Er reist um die Welt.
He travels around the world.
A specific sphere of existence, activity, or interest.
Die Welt der Wissenschaft ist faszinierend.
The world of science is fascinating.
Er lebt in seiner eigenen Welt.
He lives in his own world.
A globe or spherical object.
Sie malte eine Welt auf den Ballon.
She painted a world on the balloon.
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💡Pro Tip
Capitalization
Remember that 'Welt' is always capitalized in German because it is a noun.
⚡Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'Welt' can vary greatly depending on the context, so pay attention to surrounding words.
📖Word Origin
From Middle High German 'welt', from Old High German 'weralt', from Proto-Germanic 'weraldiz', meaning 'age of man' or 'humanity'.
📝Usage Notes
In German, 'Welt' is always capitalized as it is a noun. It can refer to the entire planet, a specific domain, or a metaphorical sphere.