PROPER NOUN

Akropolis/aˈkʁoːpolɪs/Acropolis (esp. Athens)

Akropolis is a German proper noun that means Acropolis (esp. Athens). It is pronounced /aˈkʁoːpolɪs/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Akropolen".

Definitions

1.ancient citadel or fortress on a hill, especially the one in Athens(historical site; architecture)

a.the Acropolis of Athens, a famous ancient complex of buildings and temples

Die Akropolis ist das berühmteste Wahrzeichen von Athen.The Acropolis is the most famous landmark of Athens.

b.general term for similar ancient city citadels

Viele antike griechische Städte hatten eine eigene Akropolis.Many ancient Greek cities had their own acropolis.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Akropolisdie Akropolen
Genitiveder Akropolisder Akropolen
Dativeder Akropolisden Akropolen
Accusativedie Akropolisdie Akropolen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Akropolis" mean in English?
"Akropolis" means Acropolis (esp. Athens). It is a German proper noun.
How do you pronounce "Akropolis"?
"Akropolis" is pronounced /aˈkʁoːpolɪs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Akropolis" der, die, or das?
"Akropolis" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Akropolis"?
The plural of "Akropolis" is "Akropolen".
What part of speech is "Akropolis"?
"Akropolis" is a proper noun in German.

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