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A1 noun #1,500 پرکاربردترین 7 دقیقه مطالعه

der Urlaub

رتبه 1,500

At the A1 level, 'der Urlaub' is one of the first essential nouns you learn. You use it to talk about your basic plans and preferences. You should know that it is 'der' (masculine) and that you 'machen' (do/make) Urlaub. Simple sentences like 'Ich mache Urlaub in Berlin' or 'Mein Urlaub ist im August' are perfect. You also learn the greeting 'Schönen Urlaub!', which is a common way to say goodbye to someone going away. The focus here is on the immediate present and simple future plans. You should be able to identify the word in travel brochures or simple emails. It's about the basic 'who, where, when' of a vacation. You might also learn 'Urlaub' in the context of hobbies and free time. The grammar is kept simple, focusing on the nominative and accusative cases. For example, 'Ich brauche einen Urlaub' (I need a vacation) uses the accusative 'einen'. You will also encounter it in basic questions like 'Hast du Urlaub?' (Do you have vacation/time off?). The concept is very concrete at this stage: not working and going somewhere nice.

At A2, you expand your use of 'Urlaub' to include more detail and better grammar. You start using prepositions more accurately, specifically 'im Urlaub' (location) and 'in den Urlaub' (direction). You can describe what you did in your past vacations using the Perfekt tense: 'Ich habe Urlaub in Italien gemacht'. You also begin to use compound nouns like 'Urlaubsreise' or 'Urlaubsziel'. At this level, you can talk about your 'Traumurlaub' (dream vacation) and explain why you like certain types of holidays. You might also encounter the word in the context of work, such as 'Urlaub nehmen' (to take leave). You can handle more complex sentences like 'Wenn ich Urlaub habe, schlafe ich viel'. The focus shifts slightly towards being able to narrate experiences and express simple reasons for your choices. You also learn to distinguish 'Urlaub' from 'Ferien' more clearly, realizing that 'Ferien' is for schools. Your vocabulary grows to include adjectives like 'erholsam' (relaxing) or 'anstrengend' (strenuous) to describe your 'Urlaub'.

By B1, you are expected to discuss 'Urlaub' in a more nuanced way, including its social and professional implications. You can talk about 'Urlaubsanspruch' (vacation entitlement) and discuss the pros and cons of different types of travel, such as 'Massentourismus' vs. 'Individualreise'. You use the genitive case occasionally, like 'während des Urlaubs'. You can also express more complex thoughts using conditional sentences: 'Wenn ich mehr Urlaub hätte, würde ich eine Weltreise machen'. You start to understand the cultural significance of 'Urlaub' in Germany, such as the 'Sommerloch' (summer slump) when everyone is away. You can write longer texts about your vacation experiences, including descriptions of landscapes, people, and feelings. You also learn more specific verbs like 'beantragen' (to apply for) or 'verreisen' (to go on a trip). At this level, you can participate in discussions about travel trends and environmental impacts of 'Urlaub'. You are also more comfortable with idiomatic expressions and can understand more detailed travel reports in magazines or on websites.

At the B2 level, 'Urlaub' becomes a topic for debate and formal discussion. You can analyze the 'Wirtschaftsfaktor Tourismus' (economic factor of tourism) and discuss the legal aspects of 'Urlaubsrecht' (vacation law). You are expected to use a wide range of synonyms and related terms effortlessly. You can talk about 'Bildungsurlaub' and the concept of 'lebenslanges Lernen' (lifelong learning). Your grammar is sophisticated, allowing you to use passive voice: 'Der Urlaub wurde bereits genehmigt' (The vacation has already been approved). You can understand complex articles about the psychology of recovery and why some people suffer from 'Post-Holiday-Syndrome'. You can also use the word in more abstract contexts, such as 'Urlaub vom Alltag' (a break from everyday life). Your ability to express subtle differences in meaning—for example, between 'sich erholen', 'sich ausruhen', and 'entspannen'—is much higher. You can also handle professional correspondence regarding 'Urlaubsvertretung' (vacation replacement/coverage) and 'Urlaubsübergabe' (handover before vacation).

At C1, you use 'Urlaub' with the precision of a native speaker. You can discuss the sociological aspects of 'Urlaub' as a status symbol or as a form of escapism. You understand and can use high-level vocabulary and idiomatic expressions fluently. You might discuss the 'Entgrenzung von Arbeit und Freizeit' (the blurring of boundaries between work and leisure) and how digital technology affects our 'Urlaub'. You can read and critique literary texts or academic papers where 'Urlaub' or 'Reisen' is a central theme. Your use of the language is flexible; you can switch between formal 'Urlaubsantrag' and colloquial 'Urlaubsreif sein'. You are aware of the historical development of the term and its etymological roots. You can lead a discussion on the ethics of 'Urlaub' in the age of climate change, using complex argumentative structures. Your written German is polished, using the subjunctive II and other advanced structures to express hypothetical scenarios or polite requests regarding 'Urlaub'. You also understand the nuances of 'Urlaub' in different German-speaking countries, such as 'Urlaub' vs. the Austrian 'Karenz' (though Karenz is specifically for parental leave).

At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'Urlaub' in all its dimensions. You can appreciate the word's use in poetry, high-level journalism, and legal statutes. You can discuss the philosophical concept of 'Muße' (leisure) in relation to the modern 'Urlaub'. You are capable of interpreting the subtle ironies in a satirical text about German 'Urlauber' (vacationers). Your command of the language allows you to express the most delicate shades of meaning, perhaps comparing 'Urlaub' to the concept of 'Sabbatical' or 'Retreat' in a globalized world. You can write professional legal opinions on 'Urlaubsabgeltung' (compensation for unused vacation) or sociological essays on the 'Transformation der Urlaubsgesellschaft'. You understand the word not just as a noun, but as a cultural signifier that carries the weight of German history, labor movements, and social identity. You can navigate any conversation, from a casual chat about 'Urlaubsfotos' to a high-stakes negotiation about 'Urlaubsregelungen' in a multinational corporation, with absolute confidence and linguistic elegance.

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

der Urlaub در ۳۰ ثانیه

Urlaub is a masculine German noun meaning vacation or leave from work.
It is legally protected in Germany, usually providing 25-30 days of paid time off.
Commonly used with the verbs 'machen', 'nehmen', and 'beantragen'.
Distinguished from 'Ferien', which is specifically for school and university breaks.

The German noun der Urlaub is a fundamental concept in German culture, representing more than just a simple break from work. At its core, it refers to a period of time during which an individual is released from their professional duties while usually continuing to receive pay. This is distinct from 'Ferien', which typically refers to school holidays or university breaks. In Germany, the right to 'Urlaub' is legally protected under the Bundesurlaubsgesetz (Federal Paid Leave Act), which mandates a minimum number of vacation days for every employee. This legal framework underscores the importance of rest and recuperation in the German social market economy. When we talk about 'Urlaub', we are discussing a deeply ingrained social value where 'Erholung' (recovery) is seen as a necessity for maintaining productivity and health.

Etymological Origin: The word stems from the Middle High German 'urloup', which meant 'permission' or 'leave'. Historically, it was the permission granted by a superior to a subordinate to leave their post.

Ich habe im Sommer drei Wochen Urlaub und fahre nach Italien.

Legal Context: In Germany, the statutory minimum is 20 days for a 5-day work week, though most contracts offer 25 to 30 days.

Der Urlaub dient der Erholung der Arbeitskraft.

Psychological Aspect: Psychologically, 'Urlaub' is viewed as a time for 'Entschleunigung' (deceleration), allowing the mind to detach from workplace stressors.

Nach dem stressigen Projekt brauche ich dringend Urlaub.

Haben Sie Ihren Urlaub schon für dieses Jahr geplant?

Ein schöner Urlaub am Meer wirkt Wunder.

Understanding 'Urlaub' requires recognizing it as a pillar of German lifestyle, often planned months in advance with precision. It is not just a 'day off' (freier Tag), but a dedicated period of significant duration.

Using 'der Urlaub' correctly involves mastering its specific prepositions and common verb pairings. The most frequent construction is im Urlaub sein (to be on vacation). If you are describing the movement or the act of going, you use in den Urlaub fahren/gehen. Note the change from dative (im = in dem) for location to accusative (in den) for direction. Another critical verb is Urlaub machen, which is the general way to say you are taking a vacation. In a professional setting, you 'beantragen' (apply for) or 'nehmen' (take) Urlaub.

Prepositional Nuance: Use 'auf' only in specific contexts like 'auf Urlaub sein' (slightly more formal/dated) or 'auf Urlaubsreise'. Stick to 'im' for general use.

Wir fahren morgen in den Urlaub.

Professional Verbs: 'Urlaub einreichen' (to submit vacation request) is the standard office terminology.

Er hat seinen gesamten Urlaub schon im Januar verbraucht.

Compound Nouns: German loves compounds: Urlaubsziel (destination), Urlaubsstimmung (holiday mood), Urlaubsfoto (vacation photo).

Wo verbringst du deinen Urlaub?

Ich wünsche dir einen erholsamen Urlaub!

Während des Urlaubs blieb das Handy aus.

When describing the duration, use 'für': 'Ich gehe für zwei Wochen in den Urlaub'. If you are already there, use 'seit': 'Ich bin seit einer Woche im Urlaub'. The word is versatile and central to any conversation about personal life or work-life balance.

You will encounter 'Urlaub' in almost every sphere of German life. In the office, it is the subject of constant negotiation and planning. You will hear colleagues asking, 'Wann hast du Urlaub?' or 'Hast du deinen Urlaub schon eingereicht?'. In social settings, it is the go-to small talk topic. Germans are known as the 'Reiseweltmeister' (world champions of travel), so discussing 'Urlaubsziele' (vacation destinations) is a national pastime. At travel agencies (Reisebüros), the word is everywhere—from 'Last-Minute-Urlaub' to 'Pauschalurlaub' (package holiday). On the news, you might hear about 'Urlaubszeit' causing traffic jams on the Autobahn, particularly during the summer months when the 'Sommerurlaub' season peaks.

Workplace Dialogue: 'Urlaubsanspruch' (vacation entitlement) and 'Urlaubssperre' (vacation ban during busy periods) are common HR terms.

Schönen Urlaub noch!

Media & News: Headlines often read: 'Die Deutschen und ihr Urlaub: Wo es dieses Jahr hingeht'.

Wir haben dieses Jahr einen Aktivurlaub in den Alpen gemacht.

Public Announcements: At train stations: 'Wegen der Urlaubszeit kann es zu erhöhtem Fahrgastaufkommen kommen'.

Bist du bereit für den Urlaub?

Der Urlaub war viel zu kurz.

Haben Sie Urlaub oder arbeiten Sie?

Whether it's the 'Bild' newspaper reporting on the 'Urlaubs-Chaos' at airports or a friend showing you their 'Urlaubsvideos', the word is an omnipresent part of the German linguistic landscape, signaling a break from the mundane and a pursuit of pleasure and rest.

The most frequent error for English speakers is confusing 'Urlaub' with 'Ferien'. While both translate to 'vacation' or 'holiday', they are not interchangeable. 'Ferien' is used for institutions like schools and universities (e.g., Sommerferien, Semesterferien), whereas 'Urlaub' is used for individuals who are employed. You would never say a student has 'Urlaub' from school; they have 'Ferien'. Conversely, an employee has 'Urlaub', not 'Ferien'. Another common pitfall is the preposition. Many learners say 'auf Urlaub', which is technically possible but sounds like a translation of the English 'on holiday'. In modern German, 'im Urlaub' is the standard.

Urlaub vs. Ferien: Urlaub = Work/Individual. Ferien = School/General public break.

Falsch: Ich habe Schulurlaub. Richtig: Ich habe Schulferien.

Preposition Errors: Don't say 'Ich gehe zu Urlaub'. Use 'in den Urlaub'.

Falsch: Ich bin an Urlaub. Richtig: Ich bin im Urlaub.

Verb Confusion: Avoid 'Urlaub nehmen' when you mean you are currently there. Use 'Urlaub haben' or 'im Urlaub sein'.

Ich mache Urlaub in Spanien (I am vacationing in Spain).

Er hat Urlaub beantragt (He applied for leave).

Wir sind gerade aus dem Urlaub zurückgekommen.

Lastly, gender confusion is common. It is 'der Urlaub', so it's 'einen schönen Urlaub' (accusative) when wishing someone well. Using 'ein schöner Urlaub' in that context is a grammatical slip.

To enrich your vocabulary, it is helpful to compare 'Urlaub' with related terms. 'Ferien' is the most obvious sibling, but there are others like 'Freizeit' (free time), which is more general and refers to any time not spent working. 'Auszeit' (time out/sabbatical) is a more modern term often used for longer breaks taken for personal growth or mental health. 'Erholung' (recovery/relaxation) is the goal of a 'Urlaub'. Then there is 'Dienstreise' (business trip), which is the functional opposite of 'Urlaub', though sometimes people combine them into 'Bleisure' (business + leisure), a term gaining traction in Germany as well.

Urlaub vs. Auszeit: Urlaub is usually short (1-3 weeks). Auszeit can be months (Sabbatical).

Ich nehme mir eine Auszeit von drei Monaten.

Urlaub vs. Freizeit: Freizeit is what you have after 5 PM. Urlaub is a multi-day leave.

Ein Wochenendurlaub in Paris ist sehr romantisch.

Erholung: This is the noun for 'recovery'. Example: 'Der Urlaub dient der Erholung'.

Gute Erholung im Urlaub!

Wir machen dieses Jahr Heimaturlaub.

Der Bildungsurlaub ist für Fortbildungen gedacht.

Understanding these nuances helps you sound more like a native speaker. While 'Urlaub' is the umbrella term, specifying whether it's an 'Aktivurlaub', 'Strandurlaub', or 'Bildungsurlaub' adds precision to your German.

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Ich mache im Sommer Urlaub.

I am taking a vacation in the summer.

Accusative case: 'Urlaub' is the direct object.

Wo machst du Urlaub?

Where are you going on vacation?

Simple question with 'wo'.

Mein Urlaub ist sehr schön.

My vacation is very beautiful.

Nominative case: 'Urlaub' is the subject.

Hast du Urlaub?

Do you have vacation?

Verb-first question.

Schönen Urlaub!

Have a nice vacation!

Accusative greeting (short for 'Ich wünsche dir einen schönen Urlaub').

Ich fahre in den Urlaub.

I am going on vacation.

Directional preposition 'in' + accusative.

Der Urlaub kostet viel Geld.

The vacation costs a lot of money.

Subject-verb-object structure.

Wir brauchen Urlaub.

We need a vacation.

Plural subject 'wir'.

Letztes Jahr waren wir im Urlaub in Italien.

Last year we were on vacation in Italy.

Past tense 'waren' and locational 'im'.

Ich möchte meinen Urlaub am Meer verbringen.

I would like to spend my vacation by the sea.

Modal verb 'möchte' + infinitive 'verbringen'.

Wie viele Tage Urlaub hast du noch?

How many vacation days do you still have?

Genitive-like construction with 'Tage Urlaub'.

Er hat zwei Wochen Urlaub genommen.

He took two weeks of vacation.

Perfekt tense with 'hat genommen'.

In den Ferien haben die Kinder keinen Urlaub, sondern schulfrei.

During the holidays, children don't have 'Urlaub', but are off school.

Contrast between 'Ferien' and 'Urlaub'.

Wir planen gerade unseren nächsten Urlaub.

We are currently planning our next vacation.

Possessive pronoun 'unseren' in accusative.

Bist du schon aus dem Urlaub zurück?

Are you back from vacation yet?

Preposition 'aus' + dative.

Ich schicke dir eine Postkarte aus dem Urlaub.

I'll send you a postcard from vacation.

Indirect object 'dir' and prepositional phrase.

Wegen des Urlaubs ist das Büro diese Woche geschlossen.

Because of the vacation, the office is closed this week.

Genitive case after 'wegen'.

Ich freue mich riesig auf meinen Urlaub.

I am really looking forward to my vacation.

Reflexive verb 'sich freuen auf' + accusative.

Man sollte seinen Urlaub rechtzeitig beantragen.

One should apply for one's vacation in good time.

Modal verb 'sollte' and adverb 'rechtzeitig'.

Während meines Urlaubs lese ich viele Bücher.

During my vacation, I read many books.

Genitive preposition 'während'.

Ein Aktivurlaub ist anstrengender als ein Strandurlaub.

An active vacation is more strenuous than a beach vacation.

Comparative form of adjectives.

Haben Sie Ihren Urlaub schon für das ganze Jahr verplant?

Have you already planned out your vacation for the whole year?

Prefix 'ver-' indicating completion/planning.

Nach dem Urlaub fällt mir die Arbeit oft schwer.

After vacation, work is often difficult for me.

Dative construction 'fällt mir schwer'.

Wir haben uns im Urlaub prächtig amüsiert.

We had a wonderful time on vacation.

Reflexive 'sich amüsieren' in Perfekt.

Der gesetzliche Mindestanspruch auf Urlaub beträgt 24 Werktage.

The statutory minimum entitlement to vacation is 24 working days.

Technical term 'Mindestanspruch'.

Viele Arbeitnehmer leiden nach dem Urlaub unter dem sogenannten 'Post-Holiday-Syndrome'.

Many employees suffer from the so-called 'Post-Holiday Syndrome' after vacation.

Verb 'leiden unter' + dative.

Ein Bildungsurlaub bietet die Möglichkeit, sich während der Arbeitszeit weiterzubilden.

Educational leave offers the opportunity to further one's education during working hours.

Compound noun 'Bildungsurlaub'.

Trotz des schlechten Wetters war der Urlaub ein voller Erfolg.

Despite the bad weather, the vacation was a complete success.

Genitive preposition 'trotz'.

Die Urlaubsvertretung muss alle wichtigen Informationen erhalten.

The vacation replacement must receive all important information.

Compound noun 'Urlaubsvertretung'.

Es ist wichtig, im Urlaub wirklich abzuschalten und keine E-Mails zu lesen.

It is important to really switch off during vacation and not read any emails.

Infinitive clause with 'zu'.

Der Urlaub dient primär der Regeneration der physischen und psychischen Kräfte.

Vacation serves primarily for the regeneration of physical and mental strength.

Genitive case for 'Regeneration der Kräfte'.

Haben Sie eine Reiserücktrittsversicherung für Ihren Urlaub abgeschlossen?

Did you take out travel cancellation insurance for your vacation?

Long compound noun 'Reiserücktrittsversicherung'.

Die Entgrenzung von Arbeit und Freizeit erschwert die Erholung im Urlaub zusehends.

The blurring of boundaries between work and leisure is increasingly making recovery during vacation difficult.

Abstract noun 'Entgrenzung'.

In Zeiten des Massentourismus suchen viele Reisende nach authentischen Urlaubserlebnissen abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade.

In times of mass tourism, many travelers seek authentic vacation experiences off the beaten track.

Idiomatic expression 'abseits der ausgetretenen Pfade'.

Der Anspruch auf bezahlten Urlaub ist eine der bedeutendsten Errungenschaften der Arbeiterbewegung.

The right to paid vacation is one of the most significant achievements of the labor movement.

Superlative 'bedeutendsten' and genitive 'der Arbeiterbewegung'.

Ein Sabbatical kann als eine Art verlängerter Urlaub zur persönlichen Selbstverwirklichung genutzt werden.

A sabbatical can be used as a kind of extended vacation for personal self-realization.

Passive voice 'kann genutzt werden'.

Die psychologische Forschung legt nahe, dass mehrere kurze Urlaube erholsamer sein können als ein einziger langer.

Psychological research suggests that several short vacations can be more relaxing than a single long one.

Subordinate clause with 'dass'.

Angesichts der Klimakrise wird die ökologische Verträglichkeit von Urlaubsreisen immer kritischer hinterfragt.

In view of the climate crisis, the ecological compatibility of vacation trips is being scrutinized ever more critically.

Preposition 'angesichts' + genitive.

Die Urlaubszeit wird oft als das 'Sommerloch' in der politischen Berichterstattung bezeichnet.

The vacation season is often referred to as the 'summer slump' in political reporting.

Metaphorical use of 'Sommerloch'.

Wer seinen Urlaub nicht nimmt, riskiert langfristig seine Gesundheit und Leistungsfähigkeit.

Those who do not take their vacation risk their health and productivity in the long run.

Relative clause starting with 'Wer'.

Die Kommodifizierung des Urlaubs hat dazu geführt, dass Erholung oft nur noch als käufliches Produkt wahrgenommen wird.

The commodification of vacation has led to recovery often being perceived only as a purchasable product.

High-level vocabulary 'Kommodifizierung'.

In seinem Essay reflektiert der Autor über die existenzielle Leere, die manche Menschen im Urlaub befällt.

In his essay, the author reflects on the existential void that strikes some people on vacation.

Sophisticated verb 'befallen'.

Die gesetzlichen Regelungen zur Urlaubsabgeltung sind hochkomplex und Gegenstand zahlreicher juristischer Auseinandersetzungen.

The legal regulations on vacation compensation are highly complex and the subject of numerous legal disputes.

Legal terminology 'Urlaubsabgeltung'.

Man könnte den Urlaub als das säkulare Äquivalent zur religiösen Pilgerreise betrachten.

One could view vacation as the secular equivalent of a religious pilgrimage.

Subjunctive II 'könnte'.

Die Sehnsucht nach dem Urlaub ist oft ein Indikator für die Unzufriedenheit mit der aktuellen Lebenssituation.

The longing for vacation is often an indicator of dissatisfaction with the current life situation.

Abstract noun 'Sehnsucht'.

Trotz der fortschreitenden Digitalisierung bleibt der physische Urlaub ein unverzichtbarer Bestandteil der Work-Life-Balance.

Despite advancing digitalization, the physical vacation remains an indispensable part of work-life balance.

Adjective 'unverzichtbar'.

Die Urlaubsindustrie hat sich zu einem globalen Giganten entwickelt, der ganze Volkswirtschaften dominiert.

The vacation industry has evolved into a global giant that dominates entire economies.

Relative clause with 'der'.

In der Literatur wird der Urlaub oft als Motiv für die Suche nach dem eigenen Ich verwendet.

In literature, vacation is often used as a motif for the search for one's self.

Passive voice 'wird verwendet'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Urlaub machen

Urlaub nehmen

Urlaub beantragen

Urlaub genießen

bezahlter Urlaub

erholsamer Urlaub

im Urlaub sein

in den Urlaub fahren

Urlaub haben

restlicher Urlaub

عبارات رایج

Schönen Urlaub!

Urlaub auf Balkonien

Urlaubsreif sein

In den Urlaub fliegen

Urlaub einreichen

Urlaubstage sammeln

Halber Tag Urlaub

Urlaubssperre haben

Viel Spaß im Urlaub!

Aus dem Urlaub kommen

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

der Urlaub vs Ferien

der Urlaub vs Feiertag

der Urlaub vs Freizeit

اصطلاحات و عبارات

به‌راحتی اشتباه گرفته می‌شود

der Urlaub vs

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

نحوه استفاده

work context

Always use Urlaub for work leave.

school context

Always use Ferien for school breaks.

اشتباهات رایج

Saying 'Ich habe Ferien' when you mean work vacation.
Using the wrong gender: 'Die Urlaub' instead of 'Der Urlaub'.
Using 'auf' instead of 'im': 'Ich bin auf Urlaub'.
Forgetting to capitalize 'Urlaub'.
Confusing 'Urlaub' with 'Feiertag'.

نکات

Accusative Wishes

When you wish someone a good vacation, use the accusative: 'Einen schönen Urlaub!' because you are implicitly saying 'I wish you...'

Planning Ahead

In Germany, people often plan their summer Urlaub in January or February to get the best deals and ensure their colleagues don't take the same dates.

Compounds

You can attach 'Urlaubs-' to almost anything: Urlaubsstimmung, Urlaubsbekanntschaft, Urlaubslektüre.

Out of Office

In your 'Abwesenheitsnotiz', state clearly when you will be back: 'Ich bin ab dem [Date] wieder im Büro'.

Urlaub vs. Ferien

Remember: Students = Ferien. Workers = Urlaub. This is a very common mistake for English speakers.

Pronunciation

The 'r' in 'Urlaub' is often vocalized, sounding more like 'Ua-laub'.

Sickness

If you get sick during your Urlaub in Germany, those days don't count as vacation if you have a doctor's note!

Small Talk

Asking about someone's Urlaub is one of the safest and most popular small talk topics in Germany.

Genitive

In formal writing, use 'während des Urlaubs' for 'during the vacation'.

Short Forms

In casual speech, people might just say 'Bin im Urlaub' instead of 'Ich bin im Urlaub'.

حفظ کنید

ریشه کلمه

Middle High German 'urloup'

بافت فرهنگی

Urlaub is often planned a year in advance.

Germany has some of the highest numbers of vacation days globally.

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Wo machst du dieses Jahr Urlaub?"

"Was war dein schönster Urlaub?"

"Bist du schon urlaubsreif?"

"Fährst du im Urlaub lieber ans Meer oder in die Berge?"

"Hast du deinen Urlaub schon geplant?"

موضوعات نگارش

Beschreibe deinen Traumurlaub.

Was hast du in deinem letzten Urlaub gemacht?

Warum ist Urlaub wichtig?

Urlaub zu Hause oder verreisen?

Mein erster Urlaub ohne Eltern.

سوالات متداول

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No, that sounds like you are a student. Use 'Urlaub'.

It is 'im Urlaub' (in the vacation).

It is paid leave for educational purposes, separate from regular vacation.

Yes, by law, 'Erholungsurlaub' must be paid.

Say 'Schönen Urlaub!' or 'Gute Erholung!'.

It means spending your vacation at home (on your balcony).

Yes, 'die Urlaube', but it is rarely used.

Urlaub is the time off; Reise is the actual trip.

Both. 'Urlaub nehmen' (take) and 'Urlaub machen' (make/be on).

It is masculine: der Urlaub.