NOUN
dieAllegorie/aleɡoˈʁiː/allegory; symbol
Allegorie is a German noun that means allegory or symbol. It is pronounced /aleɡoˈʁiː/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Allegorien".
Definitions
1.a figurative representation in which abstract ideas are expressed through characters or symbols(literature, art)
a.story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, often moral or political
In der Literatur gilt „Die Fabel von den drei Ringen“ als klassische Allegorie auf die Toleranz.—In literature, 'The Fable of the Three Rings' is considered a classic allegory of tolerance.
b.personification or emblem representing an abstract concept
Die Justitia ist eine Allegorie für die Gerechtigkeit.—Lady Justice is an allegory for justice.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Allegorie | die Allegorien |
| Genitive | der Allegorie | der Allegorien |
| Dative | der Allegorie | den Allegorien |
| Accusative | die Allegorie | die Allegorien |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Allegorie" mean in English?
- "Allegorie" means allegory or symbol. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Allegorie"?
- "Allegorie" is pronounced /aleɡoˈʁiː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Allegorie" der, die, or das?
- "Allegorie" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Allegorie"?
- The plural of "Allegorie" is "Allegorien".
- What part of speech is "Allegorie"?
- "Allegorie" is a noun in German.
