PROPER NOUN

Ostsee/ˈɔstˌz̥eː/Baltic Sea

Ostsee is a German proper noun that means Baltic Sea. It is pronounced /ˈɔstˌz̥eː/. As a noun it takes the article "die".

Definitions

1.the sea in northern Europe between Germany, Scandinavia, and the Baltic states(geography)

a.the Baltic Sea as a body of water

Wir verbringen unseren Urlaub an der Ostsee.We are spending our vacation at the Baltic Sea.

b.the region or coast near the Baltic Sea

Die Ostsee ist bekannt für ihre schönen Strände.The Baltic Sea is known for its beautiful beaches.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Ostsee
Genitiveder Ostsee
Dativeder Ostsee
Accusativedie Ostsee

Frequently asked questions

What does "Ostsee" mean in English?
"Ostsee" means Baltic Sea. It is a German proper noun.
How do you pronounce "Ostsee"?
"Ostsee" is pronounced /ˈɔstˌz̥eː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Ostsee" der, die, or das?
"Ostsee" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What part of speech is "Ostsee"?
"Ostsee" is a proper noun in German.

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