NOUN
Katalysator/katalyˈzaːtoːɐ̯/catalyst; catalytic converter
Katalysator is a German noun that means catalyst or catalytic converter. It is pronounced /katalyˈzaːtoːɐ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Katalysatoren".
Definitions
1.substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed(chemistry)
a.chemical catalyst in reactions
Ein Katalysator wird verwendet, um die Reaktion zu beschleunigen.—A catalyst is used to speed up the reaction.
2.device in motor vehicles for reducing harmful emissions(automotive)
a.catalytic converter in cars
Der Katalysator sorgt dafür, dass weniger Schadstoffe aus dem Auspuff kommen.—The catalytic converter ensures that fewer pollutants come out of the exhaust.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Katalysator | die Katalysatoren |
| Genitive | des Katalysators | der Katalysatoren |
| Dative | dem Katalysator | den Katalysatoren |
| Accusative | den Katalysator | die Katalysatoren |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Katalysator" mean in English?
- "Katalysator" means catalyst or catalytic converter. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Katalysator"?
- "Katalysator" is pronounced /katalyˈzaːtoːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Katalysator" der, die, or das?
- "Katalysator" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Katalysator"?
- The plural of "Katalysator" is "Katalysatoren".
- What part of speech is "Katalysator"?
- "Katalysator" is a noun in German.
