NOUN
Geschenk/ɡəˈʃɛŋk/present; gift
Geschenk is a German noun that means present or gift. It is pronounced /ɡəˈʃɛŋk/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Geschenke".
Definitions
1.something given to someone without payment, often for a special occasion(thing given)
a.a present for a celebration or as a sign of affection
Zu meinem Geburtstag habe ich viele Geschenke bekommen.—I received many presents for my birthday.
b.a charitable or generous gift
Das neue Krankenhaus war ein Geschenk der Stadt an die Bürger.—The new hospital was a gift from the city to the citizens.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Geschenk | die Geschenke |
| Genitive | des Geschenkes | der Geschenke |
| Dative | dem Geschenk | den Geschenken |
| Accusative | das Geschenk | die Geschenke |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Geschenk" mean in English?
- "Geschenk" means present or gift. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Geschenk"?
- "Geschenk" is pronounced /ɡəˈʃɛŋk/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Geschenk" der, die, or das?
- "Geschenk" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Geschenk"?
- The plural of "Geschenk" is "Geschenke".
- What part of speech is "Geschenk"?
- "Geschenk" is a noun in German.
