NOUN

Einwand/ˈaɪ̯nˌvant/objection; protest; reservation

Einwand is a German noun that means objection, protest, or reservation. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nˌvant/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Einwände".

Definitions

1.an objection or expression of disagreement(discussion, law)

a.statement opposing or questioning something in a discussion or negotiation

Haben Sie einen Einwand gegen diesen Vorschlag?Do you have any objection to this proposal?

b.formal challenge or protest, especially in legal contexts

Der Anwalt erhebt einen Einwand vor Gericht.The lawyer raises an objection in court.

2.a reservation or concern about something(general)

a.expressing doubt or a critical remark

Gegen den Plan gibt es noch einige Einwände.There are still some reservations about the plan.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Einwanddie Einwände
Genitivedes Einwandsder Einwände
Dativedem Einwandden Einwänden
Accusativeden Einwanddie Einwände

Frequently asked questions

What does "Einwand" mean in English?
"Einwand" means objection, protest, or reservation. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Einwand"?
"Einwand" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nˌvant/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Einwand" der, die, or das?
"Einwand" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Einwand"?
The plural of "Einwand" is "Einwände".
What part of speech is "Einwand"?
"Einwand" is a noun in German.

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