NOUN

Netz/nɛt͡s/net; web; network

Netz is a German noun that means net, web, or network. It is pronounced /nɛt͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Netze".

Definitions

1.a piece of material made of strings or ropes, used for catching or holding things(object)

a.fishing net or mesh for catching animals

Der Fischer holte das Netz voller Fische aus dem Wasser.The fisherman pulled the net full of fish out of the water.

2.system for connecting computers or devices; network(technology/communication)

a.the internet or a computer network

Ich habe kein Netz und kann keine Nachrichten verschicken.I have no network connection and can’t send messages.

3.web woven by spiders or similar insects(biology/spider)

a.spider web

Eine Spinne baute ihr Netz in der Ecke des Zimmers.A spider built its web in the corner of the room.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Netzdie Netze
Genitivedes Netzesder Netze
Dativedem Netzden Netzen
Accusativedas Netzdie Netze

Frequently asked questions

What does "Netz" mean in English?
"Netz" means net, web, or network. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Netz"?
"Netz" is pronounced /nɛt͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Netz" der, die, or das?
"Netz" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Netz"?
The plural of "Netz" is "Netze".
What part of speech is "Netz"?
"Netz" is a noun in German.

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