NOUN

Grundsatz/ˈɡʁʊntˌzat͡s/principle; tenet; fundamental rule

Grundsatz is a German noun that means principle, tenet, or fundamental rule. It is pronounced /ˈɡʁʊntˌzat͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Grundsätze".

Definitions

1.a basic principle or fundamental rule that guides behavior, thought, or systems(general, abstract)

a.fundamental belief or guiding idea

Die Menschenrechte gehören zu den wichtigsten Grundsätzen unserer Gesellschaft.Human rights are among the most important principles of our society.

b.general rule forming the basis for a course of action

Die Firma handelt nach festen Grundsätzen.The company operates according to firm principles.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Grundsatzdie Grundsätze
Genitivedes Grundsatzesder Grundsätze
Dativedem Grundsatzden Grundsätzen
Accusativeden Grundsatzdie Grundsätze

Frequently asked questions

What does "Grundsatz" mean in English?
"Grundsatz" means principle, tenet, or fundamental rule. 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.

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