NOUN

Geste/ˈɡɛstə/gesture; sign

Geste is a German noun that means gesture or sign. It is pronounced /ˈɡɛstə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Gesten".

Definitions

1.movement or action of the body expressing an idea or feeling(communication)

a.deliberate movement of the hand(s) or body to express meaning

Mit einer freundlichen Geste begrüßte sie die Gäste.She welcomed the guests with a friendly gesture.

2.act or deed that symbolizes an intention, attitude, or feeling(action, symbolic expression)

a.symbolic action as a sign of goodwill, respect, etc.

Die Entschuldigung war eine wichtige Geste des Friedens.The apology was an important gesture of peace.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Gestedie Gesten
Genitiveder Gesteder Gesten
Dativeder Gesteden Gesten
Accusativedie Gestedie Gesten

Frequently asked questions

What does "Geste" mean in English?
"Geste" means gesture or sign. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Geste"?
"Geste" is pronounced /ˈɡɛstə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Geste" der, die, or das?
"Geste" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Geste"?
The plural of "Geste" is "Gesten".
What part of speech is "Geste"?
"Geste" is a noun in German.

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