Nerv/nɛʁf/nerve; (colloquial) nerve (audacity)
Nerv is a German noun that means nerve or (colloquial) nerve (audacity). It is pronounced /nɛʁf/.
Definitions
1.cord-like bundle of fibers that transmits sensations or impulses in the body(anatomy)
a.anatomical nerve in the human or animal body
Ein Schnitt in den Finger kann leicht einen Nerv verletzen.—A cut in the finger can easily injure a nerve.
2.courage, audacity, composure or patience (often in negative or idiomatic expressions)(colloquial, emotion)
a.the nerve, boldness, or impudence
Du hast vielleicht Nerven, das dem Chef direkt ins Gesicht zu sagen!—You’ve really got some nerve to say that straight to the boss’s face!
b.(in plural) nerves, state of mental tension, patience
Meine Nerven liegen blank nach dem langen Arbeitstag.—My nerves are shattered after the long workday.
Declension
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | — | die Nerven |
| Genitive | — | der Nerven |
| Dative | — | den Nerven |
| Accusative | — | die Nerven |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Nerv" mean in English?
- "Nerv" means nerve or (colloquial) nerve (audacity). It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Nerv"?
- "Nerv" is pronounced /nɛʁf/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the plural of "Nerv"?
- The plural of "Nerv" is "Nerven".
- What part of speech is "Nerv"?
- "Nerv" is a noun in German.
