NOUN
Gebrauch/ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯x/use; usage; custom
Gebrauch is a German noun that means use, usage, or custom. It is pronounced /ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯x/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Gebräuche".
Definitions
1.the act of using something(general act/process)
a.using or employing something for a purpose
Der Gebrauch von Mobiltelefonen ist im Unterricht verboten.—The use of mobile phones is prohibited in class.
2.custom or practice in certain contexts(practice; habit)
a.customary way of handling things
Es ist in Deutschland Gebrauch, die Schuhe auszuziehen, bevor man das Haus betritt.—It's the custom in Germany to take off your shoes before entering the house.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Gebrauch | die Gebräuche |
| Genitive | des Gebrauchs | der Gebräuche |
| Dative | dem Gebrauch | den Gebräuchen |
| Accusative | den Gebrauch | die Gebräuche |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Gebrauch" mean in English?
- "Gebrauch" means use, usage, or custom. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Gebrauch"?
- "Gebrauch" is pronounced /ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯x/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Gebrauch" der, die, or das?
- "Gebrauch" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Gebrauch"?
- The plural of "Gebrauch" is "Gebräuche".
- What part of speech is "Gebrauch"?
- "Gebrauch" is a noun in German.
