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
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Akropolis | die Akropolen |
| Genitive | der Akropolis | der Akropolen |
| Dative | der Akropolis | den Akropolen |
| Accusative | die Akropolis | die 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.
