NOUN

Knoten/ˈknoːtn̩/knot; node; lump

Knoten is a German noun that means knot, node, or lump. It is pronounced /ˈknoːtn̩/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Knoten".

Definitions

1.tightly tied loop or knob in a rope, cord, string, etc.(everyday objects)

a.a point where rope, string, etc., is tied to form a loop or stop

Er hat einen festen Knoten in das Seil gemacht.He tied a tight knot in the rope.

2.lump or swelling under the skin(medicine)

a.palpable thickening or node under the skin

Der Arzt tastete einen Knoten am Hals.The doctor felt a lump on the neck.

3.connection point in networks or systems(technology; mathematics)

a.node or junction (in networks, graphs, or transport)

An diesem Knoten treffen drei Straßen aufeinander.Three roads meet at this junction.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Knotendie Knoten
Genitivedes Knotensder Knoten
Dativedem Knotenden Knoten
Accusativeden Knotendie Knoten

Frequently asked questions

What does "Knoten" mean in English?
"Knoten" means knot, node, or lump. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Knoten"?
"Knoten" is pronounced /ˈknoːtn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Knoten" der, die, or das?
"Knoten" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Knoten"?
The plural of "Knoten" is "Knoten".
What part of speech is "Knoten"?
"Knoten" is a noun in German.

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