Auslegung/ˈaʊ̯sˌleːɡʊŋ/interpretation; explanation; construction (legal)
Auslegung is a German noun that means interpretation, explanation, or construction (legal). It is pronounced /ˈaʊ̯sˌleːɡʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Auslegungen".
Definitions
1.interpretation or explanation of something, especially of a text or situation(general)
a.giving a particular meaning to a text or statement
Die Auslegung dieses Gedichts ist nicht eindeutig.—The interpretation of this poem is not clear-cut.
b.explaining or clarifying something complex
Die Auslegung der technischen Vorschriften fällt dem Experten zu.—The interpretation of the technical regulations is up to the expert.
2.construction; judicial or legal interpretation of statutes or contracts(law)
a.determining legal meaning in court
Die Auslegung des Gesetzes bleibt oft umstritten.—The interpretation of the law often remains controversial.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Auslegung | die Auslegungen |
| Genitive | der Auslegung | der Auslegungen |
| Dative | der Auslegung | den Auslegungen |
| Accusative | die Auslegung | die Auslegungen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Auslegung" mean in English?
- "Auslegung" means interpretation, explanation, or construction (legal). It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Auslegung"?
- "Auslegung" is pronounced /ˈaʊ̯sˌleːɡʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Auslegung" der, die, or das?
- "Auslegung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Auslegung"?
- The plural of "Auslegung" is "Auslegungen".
- What part of speech is "Auslegung"?
- "Auslegung" is a noun in German.
