NOUN

Teil/taɪ̯l/part; section; piece

Teil is a German noun that means part, section, or piece. It is pronounced /taɪ̯l/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Teile".

Definitions

1.a part, portion, or section of something(general objects and amounts)

a.individual piece or segment of a whole

Ein Teil des Kuchens ist noch übrig.A part of the cake is still left.

b.portion or share of a quantity or group

Jeder bekommt einen gleichen Teil.Everyone receives an equal share.

2.a physical component or piece (esp. of a device or machine)(components; mechanics, technical)

a.individual mechanical or technical component

Dieses Teil muss ersetzt werden.This part needs to be replaced.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Teildie Teile
Genitivedes Teilsder Teile
Dativedem Teilden Teilen
Accusativedas Teildie Teile

Frequently asked questions

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

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