NOUN
Kompass/ˈkɔmpas/compass (navigation instrument)
Kompass is a German noun that means compass (navigation instrument). It is pronounced /ˈkɔmpas/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Kompasse".
Definitions
1.a device for determining direction, usually using a magnetic needle(navigation, instrument)
a.magnetic compass for orientation or navigation
Der Kompass zeigt nach Norden.—The compass points north.
b.simple drawing tool with two arms to draw circles (less common meaning, also called 'Zirkel')
Mit einem Kompass kann man einen perfekten Kreis zeichnen.—You can draw a perfect circle with a compass.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Kompass | die Kompasse |
| Genitive | des Kompasses | der Kompasse |
| Dative | dem Kompass | den Kompassen |
| Accusative | den Kompass | die Kompasse |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Kompass" mean in English?
- "Kompass" means compass (navigation instrument). It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Kompass"?
- "Kompass" is pronounced /ˈkɔmpas/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Kompass" der, die, or das?
- "Kompass" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Kompass"?
- The plural of "Kompass" is "Kompasse".
- What part of speech is "Kompass"?
- "Kompass" is a noun in German.
