NOUN
Gegenstand/ˈɡeːɡn̩ʃtant/object; item; thing
Gegenstand is a German noun that means object, item, or thing. It is pronounced /ˈɡeːɡn̩ʃtant/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Gegenstände".
Definitions
1.a physical thing that can be seen or touched(general)
a.general item or object
Viele Gegenstände aus Holz sind in diesem Museum ausgestellt.—Many objects made of wood are exhibited in this museum.
2.a subject or topic of discussion(topic)
a.subject of a conversation, consideration, or lesson
Der Gegenstand der heutigen Besprechung ist das neue Projekt.—The subject of today's meeting is the new project.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Gegenstand | die Gegenstände |
| Genitive | des Gegenstands | der Gegenstände |
| Dative | dem Gegenstand | den Gegenständen |
| Accusative | den Gegenstand | die Gegenstände |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Gegenstand" mean in English?
- "Gegenstand" means object, item, or thing. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Gegenstand"?
- "Gegenstand" is pronounced /ˈɡeːɡn̩ʃtant/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Gegenstand" der, die, or das?
- "Gegenstand" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Gegenstand"?
- The plural of "Gegenstand" is "Gegenstände".
- What part of speech is "Gegenstand"?
- "Gegenstand" is a noun in German.
