Exemplar/ɛksɛmˈplaːɐ̯/copy; specimen; example
Exemplar is a German noun that means copy, specimen, or example. It is pronounced /ɛksɛmˈplaːɐ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Exemplare".
Definitions
1.single copy of a printed work, such as a book or newspaper(printed material)
a.one individual item from an edition or print run
Dieses Exemplar ist bereits vergriffen.—This copy is already sold out.
2.an individual instance or specimen of a group or species(general/biology)
a.single representative of a type, class, or species (esp. in biology)
Im Museum findest du Exemplare seltener Schmetterlinge.—In the museum you will find specimens of rare butterflies.
3.an example or case illustrating something (often emphasizing a typical or notable instance)(figurative)
a.noteworthy or illustrative instance
Er ist ein Exemplar eines echten Genies.—He is an example of a true genius.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Exemplar | die Exemplare |
| Genitive | des Exemplars | der Exemplare |
| Dative | dem Exemplar | den Exemplaren |
| Accusative | das Exemplar | die Exemplare |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Exemplar" mean in English?
- "Exemplar" means copy, specimen, or example. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Exemplar"?
- "Exemplar" is pronounced /ɛksɛmˈplaːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Exemplar" der, die, or das?
- "Exemplar" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Exemplar"?
- The plural of "Exemplar" is "Exemplare".
- What part of speech is "Exemplar"?
- "Exemplar" is a noun in German.
