der Nachname
Translation
surname, last name, family name
Examples
Wie ist Ihr Nachname?
What is your surname?
Mein Nachname ist Schmidt.
My surname is Schmidt.
Grammar Patterns
What is ((sb.'s)) last name? What is your last name?
Similar Words
Synonyms: Familienname; Antonyms: Vorname
Etymology
Composed of 'nach' (after) and 'Name' (name). Literally, the 'after-name'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the name that comes 'after' (nach) your first name.