NOUN

Kontext/ˈkɔnˌtɛkst/context; circumstance; background

Kontext is a German noun that means context, circumstance, or background. It is pronounced /ˈkɔnˌtɛkst/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Kontexte".

Definitions

1.the situation or environment in which something exists or takes place(linguistics, general)

a.surrounding words or sentences affecting meaning

Die Bedeutung eines Wortes hängt oft vom Kontext ab.The meaning of a word often depends on the context.

b.background or circumstances influencing a situation

Um seine Entscheidung zu verstehen, muss man den Kontext kennen.To understand his decision, you have to know the context.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Kontextdie Kontexte
Genitivedes Kontextsder Kontexte
Dativedem Kontextden Kontexten
Accusativeden Kontextdie Kontexte

Frequently asked questions

What does "Kontext" mean in English?
"Kontext" means context, circumstance, or background. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Kontext"?
"Kontext" is pronounced /ˈkɔnˌtɛkst/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Kontext" der, die, or das?
"Kontext" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Kontext"?
The plural of "Kontext" is "Kontexte".
What part of speech is "Kontext"?
"Kontext" is a noun in German.

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