NOUN
Zylinder/t͡syˈlɪndɐ/cylinder; top hat
Zylinder is a German noun that means cylinder or top hat. It is pronounced /t͡syˈlɪndɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Zylinder".
Definitions
1.solid or hollow object with circular base and straight sides(geometry/technology)
a.geometric body with two parallel, circular bases and straight sides
Ein Rohr hat oft die Form eines Zylinders.—A pipe often has the shape of a cylinder.
b.machine part shaped like a cylinder, e.g., in an engine
Der Mechaniker überprüft den Zylinder des Motors.—The mechanic checks the cylinder of the engine.
2.tall, cylindrical top hat(clothing, historical)
a.traditional formal men's hat
Der Herr trug einen schwarzen Zylinder zum Anzug.—The gentleman wore a black top hat with his suit.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Zylinder | die Zylinder |
| Genitive | des Zylinders | der Zylinder |
| Dative | dem Zylinder | den Zylindern |
| Accusative | den Zylinder | die Zylinder |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Zylinder" mean in English?
- "Zylinder" means cylinder or top hat. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Zylinder"?
- "Zylinder" is pronounced /t͡syˈlɪndɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Zylinder" der, die, or das?
- "Zylinder" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Zylinder"?
- The plural of "Zylinder" is "Zylinder".
- What part of speech is "Zylinder"?
- "Zylinder" is a noun in German.
