NOUN

Leiter/ˈlaɪ̯tɐ/ladder; conductor; leader

Leiter is a German noun that means ladder, conductor, or leader. It is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯tɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Leiter".

Definitions

1.device for climbing up or down, consisting of two side pieces and crossbars (rungs)(object/tool)

a.portable device for reaching higher places

Um das Fenster zu putzen, brauche ich eine Leiter.To clean the window, I need a ladder.

2.material or object that allows electricity or heat to pass through it easily(physics/electricity)

a.conductor of electricity or heat

Kupfer ist ein sehr guter Leiter.Copper is a very good conductor.

3.person who leads or is in charge of a group or organization(organization)

a.head; director; leader

Der Leiter der Schule ist Herr Meier.The head of the school is Mr. Meier.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Leiterdie Leiter
Genitivedes Leitersder Leiter
Dativedem Leiterden Leitern
Accusativeden Leiterdie Leiter

Frequently asked questions

What does "Leiter" mean in English?
"Leiter" means ladder, conductor, or leader. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Leiter"?
"Leiter" is pronounced /ˈlaɪ̯tɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Leiter" der, die, or das?
"Leiter" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Leiter"?
The plural of "Leiter" is "Leiter".
What part of speech is "Leiter"?
"Leiter" is a noun in German.

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