NOUN
Schloss/ʃlɔs/castle; palace; lock
Schloss is a German noun that means castle, palace, or lock. It is pronounced /ʃlɔs/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Schlösser".
Definitions
1.large, often stately or historical building, typically the residence of nobility or royalty(building)
a.castle or palace (especially as a place of residence or attraction)
Das Schloss Neuschwanstein ist ein beliebtes Touristenziel.—Neuschwanstein Castle is a popular tourist destination.
2.device used to fasten or secure something(mechanics)
a.lock (as for a door, suitcase, etc.)
Vergiss nicht, das Schloss an der Tür abzuschließen.—Don't forget to lock the lock on the door.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Schloss | die Schlösser |
| Genitive | des Schlosses | der Schlösser |
| Dative | dem Schloss | den Schlössern |
| Accusative | das Schloss | die Schlösser |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Schloss" mean in English?
- "Schloss" means castle, palace, or lock. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Schloss"?
- "Schloss" is pronounced /ʃlɔs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Schloss" der, die, or das?
- "Schloss" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Schloss"?
- The plural of "Schloss" is "Schlösser".
- What part of speech is "Schloss"?
- "Schloss" is a noun in German.
