NOUN
Kriterium/kʁiˈteːʁiʊm/criterion; standard; benchmark
Kriterium is a German noun that means criterion, standard, or benchmark. It is pronounced /kʁiˈteːʁiʊm/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Kriterien".
Definitions
1.A standard or principle by which something is judged or decided(evaluation, judgment)
a.a standard used to compare or evaluate things
Ein wichtiges Kriterium für die Zulassung ist die Berufserfahrung.—An important criterion for admission is work experience.
2.A measurable value used as a basis for scientific or technical assessment(science, technology)
a.specific measurable parameter in scientific contexts
Bei der Messung von Luftqualität sind die festgelegten Kriterien entscheidend.—When measuring air quality, the established criteria are essential.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Kriterium | die Kriterien |
| Genitive | des Kriteriums | der Kriterien |
| Dative | dem Kriterium | den Kriterien |
| Accusative | das Kriterium | die Kriterien |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Kriterium" mean in English?
- "Kriterium" means criterion, standard, or benchmark. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Kriterium"?
- "Kriterium" is pronounced /kʁiˈteːʁiʊm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Kriterium" der, die, or das?
- "Kriterium" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Kriterium"?
- The plural of "Kriterium" is "Kriterien".
- What part of speech is "Kriterium"?
- "Kriterium" is a noun in German.
