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Burgherr
German → American English
American English
Lord of the Castle
Ein Herrscher, Besitzer oder Adliger, der über eine Burg verfügt oder dort lebt.
Der Burgherr empfing seine Gäste im großen Rittersaal.Burgherr is a somewhat historical or literary word. In modern German, people often use Burgbesitzer or simply der Herr der Burg depending on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Burgherr” mean in English?
It means “lord of the castle” or “castle lord.”
Is “Burgherr” a common word in modern German?
No, it is more literary or historical. In everyday German, people may say “Burgbesitzer” instead.
Is “Burgherr” masculine or feminine?
It is masculine: der Burgherr.