das Tagebuch
Translation
diary, journal
Examples
Sie schreibt jeden Tag in ihr Tagebuch.
She writes in her diary every day.
Ich führe seit Jahren ein Tagebuch.
I have been keeping a diary for years.
Grammar Patterns
to keep a diary ein Tagebuch führen She has kept a diary since she was a child.
to write in+3 to write in sth. He writes his thoughts in his diary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Journal, Aufzeichnungen (notes)
Etymology
Composed of 'Tag' (day) and 'Buch' (book), literally meaning 'day book'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'book' where you write about your 'day'.