NOUN
Achtung/ˈaxtʊŋ/attention; caution; respect
Achtung is a German noun that means attention, caution, or respect. It is pronounced /ˈaxtʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die".
Definitions
1.Attention or warning about something important or dangerous(warning; alert)
a.invitation to observe or be careful
Achtung, die Straße ist glatt!—Attention, the street is slippery!
2.Respect or regard for someone or something(respect; esteem)
a.esteem or appreciation for a person
Er genießt große Achtung bei seinen Kollegen.—He enjoys great respect among his colleagues.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Achtung | — |
| Genitive | der Achtung | — |
| Dative | der Achtung | — |
| Accusative | die Achtung | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Achtung" mean in English?
- "Achtung" means attention, caution, or respect. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Achtung"?
- "Achtung" is pronounced /ˈaxtʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Achtung" der, die, or das?
- "Achtung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What part of speech is "Achtung"?
- "Achtung" is a noun in German.
