NOUN
Figur/fiˈɡuːɐ̯/figure; shape; character
Figur is a German noun that means figure, shape, or character. It is pronounced /fiˈɡuːɐ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Figuren".
Definitions
1.physical form or shape of a person or object(object or outline)
a.the body shape of a person
Sie hat eine sportliche Figur.—She has an athletic figure.
b.an object representing a person or animal (e.g., toy, statue)
Die Kinder spielen mit kleinen Figuren.—The children are playing with small figures.
2.a character in a story, play, or event(role or character)
a.a character in a book or film
Die Hauptfigur des Romans ist sehr mutig.—The main character of the novel is very brave.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Figur | die Figuren |
| Genitive | der Figur | der Figuren |
| Dative | der Figur | den Figuren |
| Accusative | die Figur | die Figuren |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Figur" mean in English?
- "Figur" means figure, shape, or character. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Figur"?
- "Figur" is pronounced /fiˈɡuːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Figur" der, die, or das?
- "Figur" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Figur"?
- The plural of "Figur" is "Figuren".
- What part of speech is "Figur"?
- "Figur" is a noun in German.
