NOUN
Ecke/ˈɛkə/corner; edge; nook
Ecke is a German noun that means corner, edge, or nook. It is pronounced /ˈɛkə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Ecken".
Definitions
1.the point where two lines or surfaces meet; corner(location)
a.place where streets or sides of a room meet
An der nächsten Ecke biegst du rechts ab.—At the next corner, you turn right.
2.projecting or angular part; edge or tip(object/shape)
a.edge or tip of an object, such as a table
Stell das Glas nicht so nah an die Ecke des Tisches.—Don't put the glass so close to the edge of the table.
3.small place or nook(figurative, place)
a.secluded or remote spot
In jeder Ecke des Parks gibt es Blumen.—There are flowers in every corner of the park.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Ecke | die Ecken |
| Genitive | der Ecke | der Ecken |
| Dative | der Ecke | den Ecken |
| Accusative | die Ecke | die Ecken |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Ecke" mean in English?
- "Ecke" means corner, edge, or nook. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Ecke"?
- "Ecke" is pronounced /ˈɛkə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Ecke" der, die, or das?
- "Ecke" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Ecke"?
- The plural of "Ecke" is "Ecken".
- What part of speech is "Ecke"?
- "Ecke" is a noun in German.
