der Herzog
Translation
duke
Examples
Der Herzog lebt in einem Schloss.
The duke lives in a castle.
Er wurde zum Herzog ernannt.
He was appointed duke.
Grammar Patterns
der Herzog duke The duke lives in a castle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fürst (prince), Graf (count), Adeliger (nobleman)
Etymology
From Old High German 'heri' (army) + 'zogo' (leader), from the verb 'ziohan' (to pull, to lead). Literally 'the one who leads the army'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who leads the 'Heer' (army). The 'Herz' (heart) of the army is the Herzog.