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
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Leiter | die Leiter |
| Genitive | des Leiters | der Leiter |
| Dative | dem Leiter | den Leitern |
| Accusative | den Leiter | die 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.
