NOUN

Erfinder/ɛɐ̯ˈfɪndɐ/inventor; originator; creator

Erfinder is a German noun that means inventor, originator, or creator. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈfɪndɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Erfinder".

Definitions

1.person who creates or invents something new(person)

a.person who invents a device, method, or process

Thomas Edison war ein berühmter Erfinder.Thomas Edison was a famous inventor.

b.person who initiates or originates an idea or concept

Er gilt als Erfinder dieser Theorie.He is considered the originator of this theory.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Erfinderdie Erfinder
Genitivedes Erfindersder Erfinder
Dativedem Erfinderden Erfindern
Accusativeden Erfinderdie Erfinder

Frequently asked questions

What does "Erfinder" mean in English?
"Erfinder" means inventor, originator, or creator. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Erfinder"?
"Erfinder" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈfɪndɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Erfinder" der, die, or das?
"Erfinder" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Erfinder"?
The plural of "Erfinder" is "Erfinder".
What part of speech is "Erfinder"?
"Erfinder" is a noun in German.

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