Nutation/nutaˈt͡si̯oːn/nutation (in astronomy, botany, mechanics)
Nutation is a German noun that means nutation (in astronomy, botany, mechanics). It is pronounced /nutaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Nutationen".
Definitions
1.Slight oscillation of the axis of a rotating celestial body, especially the Earth(astronomy)
a.Change in the inclination of the axis of rotation, especially of the Earth's axis.
Die Nutation der Erdachse beeinflusst das Klima langfristig.—The nutation of the Earth's axis affects the climate in the long term.
2.Movement or curvature of plant organs during growth(botany)
a.Slow, spiral movement of plant shoots or leaves as they grow.
Die Nutation der Bohnenranke wurde im Zeitraffer sichtbar gemacht.—The nutation of the bean vine was made visible in time-lapse.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Nutation | die Nutationen |
| Genitive | der Nutation | der Nutationen |
| Dative | der Nutation | den Nutationen |
| Accusative | die Nutation | die Nutationen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Nutation" mean in English?
- "Nutation" means nutation (in astronomy, botany, mechanics). It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Nutation"?
- "Nutation" is pronounced /nutaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Nutation" der, die, or das?
- "Nutation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Nutation"?
- The plural of "Nutation" is "Nutationen".
- What part of speech is "Nutation"?
- "Nutation" is a noun in German.
