sudermann: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

Rare
UK/ˈsuːdərmən/US/ˈsuːdərmən/

Formal

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What does “sudermann” mean?

A surname, notably of Hermann Sudermann, a German playwright and novelist.

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Definition

Meaning and Definition

A surname, notably of Hermann Sudermann, a German playwright and novelist.

In literary contexts, refers to the works, style, or influence of Hermann Sudermann in late 19th and early 20th century literature.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

Minimal; both varieties use it similarly, with potential slight variations in pronunciation familiarity.

Connotations

Connotes German literary history; more recognized in academic or literary circles.

Frequency

Extremely low frequency in everyday language; occasionally appears in literary discussions.

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Collocations

strong
Hermann SudermannSudermann's plays
medium
Sudermann novelworks of Sudermann
weak
Sudermann eraSudermann biography

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Rarely used; may appear in publishing or cultural industry contexts.

Academic

Used in literary studies, history, or German literature courses.

Everyday

Uncommon; generally unknown outside specific interests.

Technical

Employed in biographical or literary analysis contexts.

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “sudermann”

Strong

Hermannthe German writer

Neutral

the dramatistthe novelist

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Common Mistakes When Using “sudermann”

  • Misspelled as 'Suderman' (dropping an 'n'), or 'Sudermannn' (adding extra 'n').

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Hermann Sudermann was a German playwright and novelist active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

No, it is a rare proper noun used primarily in literary contexts.

Typically pronounced as /ˈsuːdərmən/ in both British and American English.

Notable works include 'Die Ehre' (Honor) and 'Heimat' (Magda), which explore social themes.

A surname, notably of Hermann Sudermann, a German playwright and novelist.

Sudermann is usually formal in register.

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Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think 'Sue the man' to recall the name Sudermann, as in a legal context, aiding memory.

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Fill in the gap
was a prominent German playwright in the late 1800s.
Multiple Choice

What is Sudermann primarily known as?