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Spätherbst

late autumn

noun SHPAET-herbst Rare
Time Seasons

Usage Note

Spätherbst refers to the latter part of autumn, typically November, characterized by bare trees, frost, and short days. It contrasts with Frühherbst (early autumn). Often used in weather forecasts and literary descriptions.

Examples

"Im Spätherbst fallen die letzten Blätter von den Bäumen."

Natural Translation

In late autumn the last leaves fall from the trees.

Literal Translation

In the late-autumn fall the last leaves from the trees.

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