NOUN

Erlebnis/ɛɐ̯ˈleːpnɪs/experience; adventure; event

Erlebnis is a German noun that means experience, adventure, or event. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈleːpnɪs/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Erlebnisse".

Definitions

1.something experienced personally, usually notable or memorable(everyday life)

a.an event or incident that leaves an impression

Die Reise nach Japan war ein unvergessliches Erlebnis für mich.The trip to Japan was an unforgettable experience for me.

2.a story or account of something experienced(narrative)

a.a tale about a personally experienced event

Er erzählte spannende Erlebnisse aus seiner Kindheit.He told exciting stories from his childhood.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Erlebnisdie Erlebnisse
Genitivedes Erlebnissesder Erlebnisse
Dativedem Erlebnisden Erlebnissen
Accusativedas Erlebnisdie Erlebnisse

Frequently asked questions

What does "Erlebnis" mean in English?
"Erlebnis" means experience, adventure, or event. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Erlebnis"?
"Erlebnis" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈleːpnɪs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Erlebnis" der, die, or das?
"Erlebnis" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Erlebnis"?
The plural of "Erlebnis" is "Erlebnisse".
What part of speech is "Erlebnis"?
"Erlebnis" is a noun in German.

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