das Labyrinth
Translation
labyrinth, maze
Examples
Wir haben uns im Labyrinth verlaufen.
We got lost in the labyrinth.
Die Altstadt ist ein Labyrinth aus Gassen.
The old town is a labyrinth of alleys.
Grammar Patterns
in the labyrinth ((location)) We got lost in the labyrinth.
a labyrinth of ((sth.)) The city is a labyrinth of narrow alleys.
Similar Words
Synonym: Irrgarten (maze, literally 'wandering garden')
Etymology
An international word from Greek 'labýrinthos' via Latin.
Memory Tips
Almost identical to the English 'labyrinth'. Just remember the neuter article 'das'.