derBegriff/bəˈɡʁɪf/concept; term; idea
Begriff is a German noun that means concept, term, or idea. It is pronounced /bəˈɡʁɪf/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Begriffe".
Definitions
1.an abstract concept or notion(abstract idea)
a.a mental idea or general notion
Der Begriff der Freiheit ist zentral in der Philosophie.—The concept of freedom is central in philosophy.
2.a particular word or term for something(word/expression)
a.a term or designation
Der Begriff ‚Computer‘ wurde erst im 20. Jahrhundert gebräuchlich.—The term 'computer' only became common in the 20th century.
3.understanding or grasp (in fixed phrase 'keinen Begriff haben')(understanding, only in negated expression, fixed phrase)
a.to have no idea about something
Er hat keinen Begriff davon, wie schwierig die Aufgabe ist.—He has no idea how difficult the task is.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Begriff | die Begriffe |
| Genitive | des Begriffs | der Begriffe |
| Dative | dem Begriff | den Begriffen |
| Accusative | den Begriff | die Begriffe |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Begriff" mean in English?
- "Begriff" means concept, term, or idea. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Begriff"?
- "Begriff" is pronounced /bəˈɡʁɪf/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Begriff" der, die, or das?
- "Begriff" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Begriff"?
- The plural of "Begriff" is "Begriffe".
- What part of speech is "Begriff"?
- "Begriff" is a noun in German.
