Spielmann

German

Etymology

From the Middle High German spilman, from the Old High German spiliman, from spil +‎ man.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈʃpiːlman/
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Noun

Spielmann m (strong, genitive Spielmannes or Spielmanns, plural Spielmänner, diminutive Spielmännchen n)

  1. (historical) a wayfaring singer, musician, or other entertainer; a minstrel
  2. a member of a marching band

Declension

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Derived terms
  • Spielmannsdichtung
  • Spielmannszug

Proper noun

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  1. a surname originating as an occupation

Declension

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References
  • “Spielmann” in Duden online
  • Spielmann in Deutsches Wörterbuch von Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm online
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