die Sprache
Translation
language, speech, tongue
Examples
Welche Sprache sprichst du?
Which language do you speak?
Die deutsche Sprache ist nicht einfach.
The German language is not easy.
Mir verschlug es die Sprache.
I was speechless.
Grammar Patterns
to speak ((a language)) Ich spreche Deutsch.
the ((adjective)) language Die deutsche Sprache ist schön.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Ausdrucksweise (manner of expression), die Rede (speech)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'sprechen' (to speak). Related to the English word 'speech'.
Memory Tips
If you can 'sprechen' (speak), you have a 'Sprache' (language). Remember the feminine article 'die'.