NOUN
Zimmermann/ˈt͡sɪmɐˌman/carpenter; joiner
Zimmermann is a German noun that means carpenter or joiner. It is pronounced /ˈt͡sɪmɐˌman/. As a noun it takes the article "der".
Definitions
1.a craftsman who builds wooden structures, especially framework of houses (carpenter)(profession/trade)
a.person whose profession is constructing and repairing wooden frameworks for buildings, roofs, etc.
Der Zimmermann baut das Dach eines neuen Hauses.—The carpenter is building the roof of a new house.
b.in broader usage, a worker specialized in heavy wood constructions (not furniture), sometimes called a joiner
Als Zimmermann arbeitet er oft auf Baustellen im Freien.—As a carpenter he often works outdoors on construction sites.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Zimmermann | — |
| Genitive | des Zimmermanns | — |
| Dative | dem Zimmermann | — |
| Accusative | den Zimmermann | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Zimmermann" mean in English?
- "Zimmermann" means carpenter or joiner. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Zimmermann"?
- "Zimmermann" is pronounced /ˈt͡sɪmɐˌman/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Zimmermann" der, die, or das?
- "Zimmermann" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What part of speech is "Zimmermann"?
- "Zimmermann" is a noun in German.
