herrenlos
ownerless; abandoned; stray.
English translations
- 01
masterless
- 02
ownerless
- 03
derelict
Word details
- German meaning
- Ohne Besitzer; niemandem gehörend.
- English meaning
- Ownerless
- German example
- Der Hund lief herrenlos auf der Straße herum.
- English example
- The dog was running ownerless on the street.
- Comparative
- herrenloserSuperlative: am herrenlossten
Related words
- Tierheim
An animal shelter is a facility that takes in and cares for stray, abandoned, or surrendered animals until they find a new home.
Example sentences with “herrenlos”
Das ist ein herrenloser Koffer. (That is an abandoned suitcase.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'herrenlos' used for animals?
Yes, 'herrenlose Hunde' (stray dogs).