Neologismus

neologism; new word

noun ne-o-lo-GHIS-moos Rare

Origin: from Greek neos + logos

Usage Note

Neologismus is a newly coined word or expression that has entered the language, such as googeln (to Google) or Selfie. The Gesellschaft für deutsche Sprache monitors new Neologismen entering German each year.

Examples

"Viele digitale Neologismen stammen aus dem Englischen."

Natural Translation

Many digital neologisms originate from English.

Literal Translation

Many digital neologisms stem from the English.

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