NOUN

Kugel/ˈkuːɡl̩/ball; sphere; bullet

Kugel is a German noun that means ball, sphere, or bullet. It is pronounced /ˈkuːɡl̩/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Kugeln".

Definitions

1.a round object or sphere(shape/object)

a.solid or hollow object in the form of a ball or sphere

Die Kinder spielten mit einer roten Kugel im Garten.The children played with a red ball in the garden.

2.sphere or spherical body(geometry/physics)

a.three-dimensional geometric shape (sphere)

Die Erde ist fast eine Kugel.The Earth is almost a sphere.

3.projectile from a firearm or weapon(ammunition)

a.bullet

Die Polizei fand eine Kugel in der Wand.The police found a bullet in the wall.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Kugeldie Kugeln
Genitiveder Kugelder Kugeln
Dativeder Kugelden Kugeln
Accusativedie Kugeldie Kugeln

Frequently asked questions

What does "Kugel" mean in English?
"Kugel" means ball, sphere, or bullet. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Kugel"?
"Kugel" is pronounced /ˈkuːɡl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Kugel" der, die, or das?
"Kugel" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Kugel"?
The plural of "Kugel" is "Kugeln".
What part of speech is "Kugel"?
"Kugel" is a noun in German.

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