Datumskomma Glossary of terms
A Datumskomma is the mandatory comma placed between a location and a date in written German.
Additional Information
- Translations: comma in dates
- Related concepts: Datum, Satzzeichen, Kommasetzung
Detailed Explanation
In German, when writing a full date following a location, it is mandatory to place a comma between the place name and the date. This rule applies regardless of the date format (numeric or with the month written out). This is a distinctive feature of writing dates in German.
It is important to remember its use to avoid grammatical errors in formal written communication in German.
Usage examples of "Datumskomma"
📝 Some usage examples:
- Berlin, den 15. Mai 2023
- Das Treffen ist in Hamburg, am 3. April 2024.
- München, 31. Dezember 2025
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