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
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Kontext | die Kontexte |
| Genitive | des Kontexts | der Kontexte |
| Dative | dem Kontext | den Kontexten |
| Accusative | den Kontext | die 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.
