Grundsatz/ˈɡʁʊntˌzat͡s/principle; tenet; maxim
Grundsatz is a German noun that means principle, tenet, or maxim. It is pronounced /ˈɡʁʊntˌzat͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Grundsätze".
Definitions
1.a fundamental principle or basic rule guiding actions or beliefs(general concept, guiding rule)
a.basic, underlying principle that forms the foundation of a system, thought, or conduct
Ehrlichkeit ist ein wichtiger Grundsatz in unserer Firma.—Honesty is an important principle in our company.
2.a general doctrine serving as a basis for a discipline, legal order, or opinion(philosophy, law, politics)
a.foundational idea or tenet in philosophical or legal systems
Die Gleichberechtigung der Geschlechter ist inzwischen ein anerkannter Grundsatz.—Equality of the sexes is now a recognized tenet.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Grundsatz | die Grundsätze |
| Genitive | des Grundsatzes | der Grundsätze |
| Dative | dem Grundsatz | den Grundsätzen |
| Accusative | den Grundsatz | die Grundsätze |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Grundsatz" mean in English?
- "Grundsatz" means principle, tenet, or maxim. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Grundsatz"?
- "Grundsatz" is pronounced /ˈɡʁʊntˌzat͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Grundsatz" der, die, or das?
- "Grundsatz" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Grundsatz"?
- The plural of "Grundsatz" is "Grundsätze".
- What part of speech is "Grundsatz"?
- "Grundsatz" is a noun in German.
