NOUN

Expansion/ɛkspanˈzi̯oːn/expansion; enlargement; increase

Expansion is a German noun that means expansion, enlargement, or increase. It is pronounced /ɛkspanˈzi̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Expansionen".

Definitions

1.the process of becoming larger or more extensive(general)

a.spreading out in size, amount, or importance

Die Expansion des Unternehmens führte zu neuen Arbeitsplätzen.The expansion of the company led to new jobs.

2.increase in volume or quantity(physics; economy)

a.physical growth or economic development

Die Expansion der Wirtschaft zieht Investoren an.The expansion of the economy attracts investors.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Expansiondie Expansionen
Genitiveder Expansionder Expansionen
Dativeder Expansionden Expansionen
Accusativedie Expansiondie Expansionen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Expansion" mean in English?
"Expansion" means expansion, enlargement, or increase. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Expansion"?
"Expansion" is pronounced /ɛkspanˈzi̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Expansion" der, die, or das?
"Expansion" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Expansion"?
The plural of "Expansion" is "Expansionen".
What part of speech is "Expansion"?
"Expansion" is a noun in German.

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