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Asteroid

German → American English

American English

asteroid

Ein kleiner, meist felsiger Himmelskörper, der die Sonne umkreist.

Der Asteroid flog knapp an der Erde vorbei.

Use Asteroid for a small rocky body in space. In everyday German, people also say Kleinplanet, but Asteroid is the standard scientific term.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Asteroid" mean in English?
It means "asteroid," a small rocky object that orbits the Sun.
Is "Asteroid" masculine, feminine, or neuter in German?
In German, it is masculine: der Asteroid.
What is the difference between "Asteroid" and "Komet"?
An asteroid is mostly rock or metal, while a comet contains a lot of ice and dust.