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The latest edition of Germany’s iconic Duden dictionary has been expanded by 3,000 new words, while 300 outdated terms have been removed, reflecting the dynamic evolution of the German language.

With a monumental 151,000 entries, the new Duden remains comprehensive, incorporating a wide range of updates, particularly from the fields of warfare and culinary trends. Among the new additions are terms like “Balkonkraftwerk” (solar panel on a balcony), “Deutschlandticket” (a nationwide discounted travel pass), and “Ukrainekrieg” (war in Ukraine).

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“Duden mirrors the shifts in society. These new phrases highlight significant developments over the past three to four years,” explained the editor-in-chief of the 29th edition, released after a four-year hiatus.

The printed version of this edition sets a new record, further solidifying Duden’s status as a linguistic barometer of the times.

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