NOUN

Illusion/ɪluˈzi̯oːn/illusion; delusion; misconception

Illusion is a German noun that means illusion, delusion, or misconception. It is pronounced /ɪluˈzi̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Illusionen".

Definitions

1.a false or mistaken perception or idea(misperception)

a.deceptive appearance, something that misleads the senses

Die Ruhe vor dem Sturm war nur eine Illusion.The calm before the storm was only an illusion.

2.false hope, unrealistic expectation(hope)

a.belief in something unlikely or impossible

Er hatte die Illusion, dass alles problemlos verlaufen würde.He had the illusion that everything would go smoothly.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Illusiondie Illusionen
Genitiveder Illusionder Illusionen
Dativeder Illusionden Illusionen
Accusativedie Illusiondie Illusionen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Illusion" mean in English?
"Illusion" means illusion, delusion, or misconception. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Illusion"?
"Illusion" is pronounced /ɪluˈzi̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Illusion" der, die, or das?
"Illusion" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Illusion"?
The plural of "Illusion" is "Illusionen".
What part of speech is "Illusion"?
"Illusion" is a noun in German.

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