NOUN
Elite/eˈlɪtə/elite; privileged class; best
Elite is a German noun that means elite, privileged class, or best. It is pronounced /eˈlɪtə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Eliten".
Definitions
1.the group of people considered to be the best or most powerful within a society or organization(society)
a.the leading or most influential people in a particular field or society
Die Elite des Landes traf sich zu einer Konferenz.—The elite of the country met for a conference.
2.the best part or highest quality of a group(quality)
a.the best or most capable members of a group
Nur die Elite der Athleten konnte das Rennen beenden.—Only the elite of the athletes could finish the race.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Elite | die Eliten |
| Genitive | der Elite | der Eliten |
| Dative | der Elite | den Eliten |
| Accusative | die Elite | die Eliten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Elite" mean in English?
- "Elite" means elite, privileged class, or best. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Elite"?
- "Elite" is pronounced /eˈlɪtə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Elite" der, die, or das?
- "Elite" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Elite"?
- The plural of "Elite" is "Eliten".
- What part of speech is "Elite"?
- "Elite" is a noun in German.
