NOUN

Icon/ˈaɪ̯kɔn/icon (computer); icon (symbol); icon (celebrity)

Icon is a German noun that means icon (computer), icon (symbol), or icon (celebrity). It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯kɔn/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Icons".

Definitions

1.pictogram or symbol representing a program, file, or function(computer, technology)

a.graphic symbol on a computer screen

Klicke auf das Icon, um das Programm zu starten.Click on the icon to start the program.

2.sign or symbolic image representing something(general, symbol)

a.symbol in art or religion

Das Kreuz ist ein Icon des Christentums.The cross is an icon of Christianity.

3.person regarded as a symbol or great representative of something(figurative, person)

a.celebrity; role model

Sie gilt als Icon der Modewelt.She is considered an icon of the fashion world.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Icondie Icons
Genitivedes Iconsder Icons
Dativedem Iconden Icons
Accusativedas Icondie Icons

Frequently asked questions

What does "Icon" mean in English?
"Icon" means icon (computer), icon (symbol), or icon (celebrity). It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Icon"?
"Icon" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯kɔn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Icon" der, die, or das?
"Icon" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Icon"?
The plural of "Icon" is "Icons".
What part of speech is "Icon"?
"Icon" is a noun in German.

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