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Köppen

Köppen

8.2
A German family name often linked to the scientist Wladimir Köppen
  • proper noun
  • /ˈkɒpən/
: Köppen
  • Wladimir Köppen developed a widely used climate classification system.

Examples

  • Many scientific papers reference the work of Wladimir Köppen in climate classification.

  • The Köppen family played an important role in the development of climate science.

  • She discovered that her ancestors bore the surname Köppen when researching her genealogy.

  • The Köppen climate classification is essential for understanding weather patterns.

  • The Köppen family played an important role in the development of climate science.

  • Many scientific papers reference the work of Wladimir Köppen in climate classification.

  • She discovered that her ancestors bore the surname Köppen when researching her genealogy.

Surface Forms

Köppen main

Etymology

Köppen is a German surname, or family name, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of it as a last name you might meet in Germany, like 'Smith' or 'Baker' in English.