NOUN
Blockade/blɔˈkaːdə/blockade; obstruction; barrier
Blockade is a German noun that means blockade, obstruction, or barrier. It is pronounced /blɔˈkaːdə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Blockaden".
Definitions
1.the action of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving(military/economics)
a.military blockade of a city, port, or country
Die Blockade des Hafens führte zu Versorgungsengpässen.—The blockade of the port led to supply shortages.
2.an obstruction or hindrance(general/figurative)
a.hindrance to progress or communication
Eine mentale Blockade kann das Lernen erschweren.—A mental blockage can make learning difficult.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Blockade | die Blockaden |
| Genitive | der Blockade | der Blockaden |
| Dative | der Blockade | den Blockaden |
| Accusative | die Blockade | die Blockaden |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Blockade" mean in English?
- "Blockade" means blockade, obstruction, or barrier. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Blockade"?
- "Blockade" is pronounced /blɔˈkaːdə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Blockade" der, die, or das?
- "Blockade" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Blockade"?
- The plural of "Blockade" is "Blockaden".
- What part of speech is "Blockade"?
- "Blockade" is a noun in German.
