Antike

dieNoun

antiquity

English translations

  1. 01

    antiquity

  2. 02

    ancient times

  3. 03

    classics

Word details

German meaning
Die Antike bezeichnet die Zeit des Altertums, insbesondere die griechische und römische Geschichte.
English meaning
Antiquity refers to the ancient times, especially Greek and Roman history.
Synonym
Altertum, griechisch-römische Zeit
German example
Viele Museen haben Ausstellungen über die Kunst der Antike.
English example
Many museums have exhibitions about the art of antiquity.
Type
Noun
Article
die
Singular Form
die Antike
Plural Form
die Antiken

Example sentences with “Antike”

  1. Die Kunst der Antike ist faszinierend. (The art of antiquity is fascinating.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Antike' used in the plural?

It is rarely used in the plural; it usually functions as a singular noun (die).