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Neuzeit

modern era, modern times

noun NOY-tsait Rare
Time Time Expressions

Usage Note

Neuzeit is the historical term for the modern era, broadly from the 15th century to the present in German historiography. Zu Beginn der Neuzeit = 'at the start of the modern era'. Contrast Mittelalter (Middle Ages) and Antike (antiquity).

Examples

"Echte Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte enthält echtes Kirschwasser, nicht nur Kirscharoma."

Natural Translation

Authentic Black Forest cake contains real kirsch, not just cherry flavouring.

Literal Translation

Authentic Black-Forest-cherry-cake contains real cherry-water, not only cherry-aroma.

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