• ChaoticNeutralCzech@feddit.org
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      Not really, the words Meer and Ozean are used for just about every sea/ocean, except the ones Germany actually borders (Nordsee and Ostsee)

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        It’s primarily a difference in gender. „Der See“ (masculine) is a lake, while „die See“ (feminine) is the ocean.
        But yes, it’s much more common to talk about „Meer“ and „Ozean“. Talking about „die See“ is a bit archaic and pirate-speak-ish.