Stammbaum
family tree / pedigree
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈʃtamˌbaʊ̯m/
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Cultural Note
Stammbaum literally means 'trunk tree.' German genealogy records are exceptionally well-preserved, with civil registration (Standesamt records) mandatory since 1876 in the German Empire. Many families keep elaborate Stammbücher (family record books).
📝 Example Sentences
Wir haben unseren Stammbaum bis ins 18. Jahrhundert zurückverfolgt.
We traced our family tree back to the 18th century.
Im Stammbaum fehlen einige Namen.
Some names are missing from the family tree.