NOUN

Phänomen/fɛnoˈmeːn/phenomenon; observable event; remarkable occurrence

Phänomen is a German noun that means phenomenon, observable event, or remarkable occurrence. It is pronounced /fɛnoˈmeːn/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Phänomene".

Definitions

1.an observable event or occurrence, especially something unusual or remarkable(general)

a.something that can be observed and is notable, often difficult to explain

Das Nordlicht ist ein faszinierendes Phänomen.The northern lights are a fascinating phenomenon.

2.a process, event, or fact that can be observed and studied scientifically(science, philosophy)

a.scientific or empirical instance; something subject to investigation

Das Phänomen der Photosynthese ist seit Jahrhunderten bekannt.The phenomenon of photosynthesis has been known for centuries.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Phänomendie Phänomene
Genitivedes Phänomensder Phänomene
Dativedem Phänomenden Phänomenen
Accusativedas Phänomendie Phänomene

Frequently asked questions

What does "Phänomen" mean in English?
"Phänomen" means phenomenon, observable event, or remarkable occurrence. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Phänomen"?
"Phänomen" is pronounced /fɛnoˈmeːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Phänomen" der, die, or das?
"Phänomen" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Phänomen"?
The plural of "Phänomen" is "Phänomene".
What part of speech is "Phänomen"?
"Phänomen" is a noun in German.

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