Adjective
albern
Pronunciation: /ˈalbərn/
goofy, silly, childish (inappropriately funny)
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Meanings
Adjective
- goofy, silly, childish (inappropriately funny)
Example sentence
Sein alberner Witz brachte trotzdem alle zum Lachen.
His silly joke made everyone laugh anyway.
Usage
- ein alberner Scherz — A silly or childish joke.
- albern / ernst — These can contrast silly conduct and serious conduct.
Die albernen Hüte brachten die ganze Gruppe zum Lachen.
The silly hats made the whole group laugh.