ADJECTIVE

herrschend/ˈhɛʁʃn̩t/ruling; prevailing; dominant

herrschend is a German adjective that means ruling, prevailing, or dominant. It is pronounced /ˈhɛʁʃn̩t/.

Definitions

1.describing the group or system that currently holds power or is in control(politics, social)

a.in power, governing

Die herrschende Partei hat das neue Gesetz verabschiedet.The ruling party passed the new law.

2.prevailing; predominant in a certain context or area(general)

a.prevailing; existing above all others

Die herrschende Meinung ist, dass Bildung wichtig ist.The prevailing opinion is that education is important.

Adjective Forms

Positiveherrschend

Frequently asked questions

What does "herrschend" mean in English?
"herrschend" means ruling, prevailing, or dominant. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "herrschend"?
"herrschend" is pronounced /ˈhɛʁʃn̩t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "herrschend"?
"herrschend" is a adjective in German.

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