NOUN

Zweig/t͡svaɪ̯k/branch; twig; division

Zweig is a German noun that means branch, twig, or division. It is pronounced /t͡svaɪ̯k/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Zweige".

Definitions

1.part of a tree or bush that grows out from the main stem or trunk(botany)

a.smaller, thinner branch, especially at the ends

Ein Vogel sitzt auf einem Zweig des Baumes.A bird is sitting on a branch of the tree.

2.section or division of an organization or science(figurative, organization)

a.specialized area within an organization or discipline

Die Firma hat einen neuen Zweig in Asien gegründet.The company has established a new branch in Asia.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Zweigdie Zweige
Genitivedes Zweigsder Zweige
Dativedem Zweigden Zweigen
Accusativeden Zweigdie Zweige

Frequently asked questions

What does "Zweig" mean in English?
"Zweig" means branch, twig, or division. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Zweig"?
"Zweig" is pronounced /t͡svaɪ̯k/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Zweig" der, die, or das?
"Zweig" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Zweig"?
The plural of "Zweig" is "Zweige".
What part of speech is "Zweig"?
"Zweig" is a noun in German.

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