NOUN

Wahrnehmung/ˈvaːɐ̯neːmʊŋ/perception; awareness; observation

Wahrnehmung is a German noun that means perception, awareness, or observation. It is pronounced /ˈvaːɐ̯neːmʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Wahrnehmungen".

Definitions

1.the process of becoming aware of something through the senses(psychology; cognition)

a.sensory recognition or realization

Die Wahrnehmung von Geräuschen geschieht über das Gehör.The perception of sounds happens through hearing.

2.awareness or conscious noticing of something(general; understanding)

a.recognition or noticing a fact, situation, etc.

Er hatte keine Wahrnehmung der Gefahr.He had no awareness of the danger.

3.the acting out or execution of a duty/responsibility(official/legal)

a.carrying out a duty/responsibility

Die Wahrnehmung der Elternrechte ist gesetzlich geschützt.The exercise of parental rights is protected by law.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Wahrnehmungdie Wahrnehmungen
Genitiveder Wahrnehmungder Wahrnehmungen
Dativeder Wahrnehmungden Wahrnehmungen
Accusativedie Wahrnehmungdie Wahrnehmungen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Wahrnehmung" mean in English?
"Wahrnehmung" means perception, awareness, or observation. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Wahrnehmung"?
"Wahrnehmung" is pronounced /ˈvaːɐ̯neːmʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Wahrnehmung" der, die, or das?
"Wahrnehmung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What is the plural of "Wahrnehmung"?
The plural of "Wahrnehmung" is "Wahrnehmungen".
What part of speech is "Wahrnehmung"?
"Wahrnehmung" is a noun in German.

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