NOUN
Enzym/ɛnˈt͡syːm/enzyme
Enzym is a German noun that means enzyme. It is pronounced /ɛnˈt͡syːm/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Enzyme".
Definitions
1.protein or biomolecule that accelerates chemical reactions in organisms(biochemistry)
a.biological catalyst in living organisms
Enzyme spielen eine wichtige Rolle im Stoffwechsel.—Enzymes play an important role in metabolism.
b.substance produced by cells to facilitate specific reactions
Das Enzym Amylase hilft beim Abbau von Stärke im Mund.—The enzyme amylase helps break down starch in the mouth.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Enzym | die Enzyme |
| Genitive | des Enzymes | der Enzyme |
| Dative | dem Enzym | den Enzymen |
| Accusative | das Enzym | die Enzyme |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Enzym" mean in English?
- "Enzym" means enzyme. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Enzym"?
- "Enzym" is pronounced /ɛnˈt͡syːm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Enzym" der, die, or das?
- "Enzym" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Enzym"?
- The plural of "Enzym" is "Enzyme".
- What part of speech is "Enzym"?
- "Enzym" is a noun in German.
