NOUN

Distanz/dɪsˈtant͡s/distance; gap; detachment

Distanz is a German noun that means distance, gap, or detachment. It is pronounced /dɪsˈtant͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Distanzen".

Definitions

1.the physical space or length between two points(spatial)

a.amount of space separating objects or places

Die Distanz zwischen den beiden Städten beträgt 50 Kilometer.The distance between the two cities is 50 kilometers.

2.emotional or social gap; lack of intimacy(figurative)

a.reserve or detachment in interpersonal relations

Er hielt aus Höflichkeit Distanz zu seinen Kollegen.He kept his distance from his colleagues out of politeness.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Distanzdie Distanzen
Genitiveder Distanzder Distanzen
Dativeder Distanzden Distanzen
Accusativedie Distanzdie Distanzen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Distanz" mean in English?
"Distanz" means distance, gap, or detachment. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Distanz"?
"Distanz" is pronounced /dɪsˈtant͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Distanz" der, die, or das?
"Distanz" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Distanz"?
The plural of "Distanz" is "Distanzen".
What part of speech is "Distanz"?
"Distanz" is a noun in German.

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