Entwicklung/ɛntˈvɪklʊŋ/development; evolution; progression
Entwicklung is a German noun that means development, evolution, or progression. It is pronounced /ɛntˈvɪklʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Entwicklungen".
Definitions
1.the process of becoming more advanced or complex; change or growth(general)
a.development or progress of something over time
Die Entwicklung des Kindes wird vom Arzt regelmäßig kontrolliert.—The child’s development is regularly monitored by the doctor.
2.the process of creating, designing, or improving something new (e.g. a product, idea, or technology)(technology/business)
a.the creation or improvement of products or technologies
Die Entwicklung neuer Software ist für das Unternehmen sehr wichtig.—The development of new software is very important for the company.
3.biological evolution or growth in living beings(biology)
a.biological process of becoming more complex or mature
Die Entwicklung der Pflanze hängt von Licht und Wasser ab.—The development of the plant depends on light and water.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Entwicklung | die Entwicklungen |
| Genitive | der Entwicklung | der Entwicklungen |
| Dative | der Entwicklung | den Entwicklungen |
| Accusative | die Entwicklung | die Entwicklungen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Entwicklung" mean in English?
- "Entwicklung" means development, evolution, or progression. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Entwicklung"?
- "Entwicklung" is pronounced /ɛntˈvɪklʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Entwicklung" der, die, or das?
- "Entwicklung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Entwicklung"?
- The plural of "Entwicklung" is "Entwicklungen".
- What part of speech is "Entwicklung"?
- "Entwicklung" is a noun in German.
