NOUN

Einheit/ˈaɪ̯nhaɪ̯t/unit; unity; entity

Einheit is a German noun that means unit, unity, or entity. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nhaɪ̯t/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Einheiten".

Definitions

1.a single, distinct part of something; unit(measurement, organization)

a.a standard measure or component

Ein Meter ist eine Längeneinheit.A meter is a unit of length.

b.an element of an organization, group, or army

Die Feuerwehr bildete mehrere Einheiten.The fire department formed several units.

2.the state of being united; unity(abstract, concept)

a.oneness; coherence or harmony

Die Einheit des Landes wurde nach Jahren der Teilung wiederhergestellt.The unity of the country was restored after years of division.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Einheitdie Einheiten
Genitiveder Einheitder Einheiten
Dativeder Einheitden Einheiten
Accusativedie Einheitdie Einheiten

Frequently asked questions

What does "Einheit" mean in English?
"Einheit" means unit, unity, or entity. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Einheit"?
"Einheit" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nhaɪ̯t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Einheit" der, die, or das?
"Einheit" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Einheit"?
The plural of "Einheit" is "Einheiten".
What part of speech is "Einheit"?
"Einheit" is a noun in German.

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