NOUN

Eigentum/ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tuːm/property; ownership; possessions

Eigentum is a German noun that means property, ownership, or possessions. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tuːm/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Eigentume".

Definitions

1.ownership of something; what someone owns(legal, general)

a.tangible or intangible property owned

Dieses Auto ist mein Eigentum.This car is my property.

b.the legal concept of possessing something as owner

Das Eigentum an der Wohnung ist eindeutig geklärt.Ownership of the apartment is clearly established.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Eigentumdie Eigentume
Genitivedes Eigentumsder Eigentume
Dativedem Eigentumden Eigentumen
Accusativedas Eigentumdie Eigentume

Frequently asked questions

What does "Eigentum" mean in English?
"Eigentum" means property, ownership, or possessions. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Eigentum"?
"Eigentum" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tuːm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Eigentum" der, die, or das?
"Eigentum" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Eigentum"?
The plural of "Eigentum" is "Eigentume".
What part of speech is "Eigentum"?
"Eigentum" is a noun in German.

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