NOUN

Schwert/ʃvɛʁt/sword

Schwert is a German noun that means sword. It is pronounced /ʃvɛʁt/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Schwerter".

Definitions

1.a long, bladed weapon used for cutting or thrusting(weapon)

a.historical or ceremonial weapon

Der Ritter zog sein Schwert aus der Scheide.The knight drew his sword from the sheath.

b.figurative: symbol of war or power

Das Schwert steht oft als Symbol für Stärke.The sword often stands as a symbol of strength.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Schwertdie Schwerter
Genitivedes Schwertesder Schwerter
Dativedem Schwertden Schwertern
Accusativedas Schwertdie Schwerter

Frequently asked questions

What does "Schwert" mean in English?
"Schwert" means sword. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Schwert"?
"Schwert" is pronounced /ʃvɛʁt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Schwert" der, die, or das?
"Schwert" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Schwert"?
The plural of "Schwert" is "Schwerter".
What part of speech is "Schwert"?
"Schwert" is a noun in German.

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