Haifisch

derNoun

shark

English translations

  1. 01

    shark

  2. 02

    dogfish

Word details

German meaning
Ein großer Raubfisch, der im Meer lebt.
English meaning
Shark
Synonym
Hai
German example
Der Haifisch ist ein gefährlicher Jäger.
English example
The shark is a dangerous hunter.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Haifisch
Plural Form
die Haifische

Example sentences with “Haifisch”

  1. Der Haifisch schwimmt im Ozean. (The shark swims in the ocean.)

Frequently asked questions

Is it Haifisch or Hai?

Both are used. 'Hai' is more common in modern scientific contexts, while 'Haifisch' is a traditional compound noun. Both are masculine (der).