NOUN
Ruder/ˈʁuːdɐ/oar; rudder
Ruder is a German noun that means oar or rudder. It is pronounced /ˈʁuːdɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Ruder".
Definitions
1.long pole with a flat end used to move or steer a boat(nautical, rowing)
a.oar used for rowing
Er griff zum Ruder und ruderte ans Ufer.—He grabbed the oar and rowed to the shore.
2.flat steering device on the back of a boat or ship(nautical, navigation)
a.rudder for steering a vessel
Das Ruder des Schiffes wurde beschädigt.—The rudder of the ship was damaged.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Ruder | die Ruder |
| Genitive | des Ruders | der Ruder |
| Dative | dem Ruder | den Rudern |
| Accusative | das Ruder | die Ruder |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Ruder" mean in English?
- "Ruder" means oar or rudder. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Ruder"?
- "Ruder" is pronounced /ˈʁuːdɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Ruder" der, die, or das?
- "Ruder" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Ruder"?
- The plural of "Ruder" is "Ruder".
- What part of speech is "Ruder"?
- "Ruder" is a noun in German.
