NOUN
Messer/ˈmɛsɐ/knife; cutter
Messer is a German noun that means knife or cutter. It is pronounced /ˈmɛsɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Messer".
Definitions
1.a tool with a blade used for cutting, especially in the kitchen(tool)
a.any general cutting knife
Das Messer liegt auf dem Tisch.—The knife is lying on the table.
b.kitchen knife specifically
Mit diesem Messer kann man Gemüse schneiden.—With this knife you can cut vegetables.
2.a cutting instrument or tool in technical or scientific contexts(technical)
a.blade in devices, machines
Das Gerät enthält ein scharfes Messer für präzise Schnitte.—The device contains a sharp blade for precise cuts.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Messer | die Messer |
| Genitive | des Messers | der Messer |
| Dative | dem Messer | den Messern |
| Accusative | das Messer | die Messer |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Messer" mean in English?
- "Messer" means knife or cutter. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Messer"?
- "Messer" is pronounced /ˈmɛsɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Messer" der, die, or das?
- "Messer" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Messer"?
- The plural of "Messer" is "Messer".
- What part of speech is "Messer"?
- "Messer" is a noun in German.
