NOUN
Kuppel/ˈkʊpl̩/dome; cupola
Kuppel is a German noun that means dome or cupola. It is pronounced /ˈkʊpl̩/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Kuppeln".
Definitions
1.curved roof or vaulted ceiling, usually hemispherical(architecture/buildings)
a.architectural dome, such as on churches or public buildings
Die Kuppel des Berliner Doms ist weithin sichtbar.—The dome of the Berlin Cathedral is visible from far away.
2.rounded or dome-shaped covering or structure(general/shape)
a.rounded top or lid, not only on buildings
Die Glaskuppel schützt die Pflanzen vor Kälte.—The glass dome protects the plants from the cold.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Kuppel | die Kuppeln |
| Genitive | der Kuppel | der Kuppeln |
| Dative | der Kuppel | den Kuppeln |
| Accusative | die Kuppel | die Kuppeln |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Kuppel" mean in English?
- "Kuppel" means dome or cupola. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Kuppel"?
- "Kuppel" is pronounced /ˈkʊpl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Kuppel" der, die, or das?
- "Kuppel" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Kuppel"?
- The plural of "Kuppel" is "Kuppeln".
- What part of speech is "Kuppel"?
- "Kuppel" is a noun in German.
