NOUN

Kette/ˈkɛtə/chain; necklace; string

Kette is a German noun that means chain, necklace, or string. It is pronounced /ˈkɛtə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Ketten".

Definitions

1.a series of metal links connected together(object)

a.chain as a physical object

Das Fahrrad braucht eine neue Kette.The bicycle needs a new chain.

2.necklace (piece of jewelry worn around the neck)(jewelry)

a.necklace; jewelry

Sie trägt eine goldene Kette.She is wearing a golden necklace.

3.a series of connected things or people; sequence(sequence)

a.series of related elements

Wir bildeten eine Menschenkette.We formed a human chain.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Kettedie Ketten
Genitiveder Ketteder Ketten
Dativeder Ketteden Ketten
Accusativedie Kettedie Ketten

Frequently asked questions

What does "Kette" mean in English?
"Kette" means chain, necklace, or string. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Kette"?
"Kette" is pronounced /ˈkɛtə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Kette" der, die, or das?
"Kette" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Kette"?
The plural of "Kette" is "Ketten".
What part of speech is "Kette"?
"Kette" is a noun in German.

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