PRONOUN

derjenige/ˈdeːɐ̯ˌjeːnɪɡə/the one; that one; those (who/which)

derjenige is a German pronoun that means the one, that one, or those (who/which). It is pronounced /ˈdeːɐ̯ˌjeːnɪɡə/.

Definitions

1.the one(s) (referring to a specific person or thing previously mentioned)(demonstrative)

a.that individual or those (who/which)

Diejenigen, die zu spät kommen, müssen sich melden.Those who arrive late must report themselves.

b.used to highlight a particular group from several

Nur diejenigen Studenten, die bestanden haben, dürfen zur nächsten Prüfung.Only those students who passed may take the next exam.

Frequently asked questions

What does "derjenige" mean in English?
"derjenige" means the one, that one, or those (who/which). It is a German pronoun.
How do you pronounce "derjenige"?
"derjenige" is pronounced /ˈdeːɐ̯ˌjeːnɪɡə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "derjenige"?
"derjenige" is a pronoun in German.

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