NOUN
Essenz/ɛˈsɛnt͡s/essence; extract; core
Essenz is a German noun that means essence, extract, or core. It is pronounced /ɛˈsɛnt͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Essenzen".
Definitions
1.the fundamental nature or core of something(philosophy/literature)
a.that which constitutes the most important quality
Die Essenz seiner Rede war Hoffnung.—The essence of his speech was hope.
2.a concentrated extract, especially plant or fragrance extract(chemistry/perfumery)
a.liquid obtained from plants, used in perfume or medicine
Diese Parfüms enthalten natürliche Essenzen.—These perfumes contain natural essences.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Essenz | die Essenzen |
| Genitive | der Essenz | der Essenzen |
| Dative | der Essenz | den Essenzen |
| Accusative | die Essenz | die Essenzen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Essenz" mean in English?
- "Essenz" means essence, extract, or core. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Essenz"?
- "Essenz" is pronounced /ɛˈsɛnt͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Essenz" der, die, or das?
- "Essenz" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Essenz"?
- The plural of "Essenz" is "Essenzen".
- What part of speech is "Essenz"?
- "Essenz" is a noun in German.
