NOUN

Trennung/ˈtʁɛnʊŋ/separation; breakup; division

Trennung is a German noun that means separation, breakup, or division. It is pronounced /ˈtʁɛnʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Trennungen".

Definitions

1.the end of a romantic or close relationship(relationship)

a.breakup between two people

Nach der Trennung blieb sie mit ihm befreundet.After the breakup, she remained friends with him.

2.the act of moving or keeping things or people apart(general separation)

a.putting or being apart in any context

Die Trennung von Müll ist wichtig für die Umwelt.The separation of waste is important for the environment.

3.the dividing line or distinction between things or concepts(division; distinction)

a.distinguishing between different things

Die Trennung zwischen Arbeit und Freizeit fällt ihm schwer.He finds it difficult to separate work and leisure.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Trennungdie Trennungen
Genitiveder Trennungder Trennungen
Dativeder Trennungden Trennungen
Accusativedie Trennungdie Trennungen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Trennung" mean in English?
"Trennung" means separation, breakup, or division. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Trennung"?
"Trennung" is pronounced /ˈtʁɛnʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Trennung" der, die, or das?
"Trennung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Trennung"?
The plural of "Trennung" is "Trennungen".
What part of speech is "Trennung"?
"Trennung" is a noun in German.

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