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

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Messerdie Messer
Genitivedes Messersder Messer
Dativedem Messerden Messern
Accusativedas Messerdie 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.

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