NOUN
Verlust/fɛɐ̯ˈlʊst/loss; deprivation; forfeiture
Verlust is a German noun that means loss, deprivation, or forfeiture. It is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈlʊst/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Verluste".
Definitions
1.the state of no longer having something or someone(general)
a.loss of a possession, opportunity, or status
Der Verlust seines Schlüssels machte ihm Sorgen.—Losing his key worried him.
2.negative financial result; deficit(finance)
a.monetary loss or deficit
Die Firma musste einen hohen Verlust hinnehmen.—The company had to accept a significant loss.
3.the death or absence of a loved one(personal relationships, emotions)
a.emotional sense of loss
Nach dem Verlust ihres Freundes war sie sehr traurig.—After the loss of her friend, she was very sad.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Verlust | die Verluste |
| Genitive | des Verlustes | der Verluste |
| Dative | dem Verlust | den Verlusten |
| Accusative | den Verlust | die Verluste |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Verlust" mean in English?
- "Verlust" means loss, deprivation, or forfeiture. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Verlust"?
- "Verlust" is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈlʊst/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Verlust" der, die, or das?
- "Verlust" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Verlust"?
- The plural of "Verlust" is "Verluste".
- What part of speech is "Verlust"?
- "Verlust" is a noun in German.
