NOUN
derBogen/ˈboːɡn̩/arch; bow; sheet
Bogen is a German noun that means arch, bow, or sheet. It is pronounced /ˈboːɡn̩/. As a noun it takes the article "der".
Definitions
1.a curved structure or line(shape)
a.an architectural arch
Die Brücke hat einen eleganten Bogen.—The bridge has an elegant arch.
2.a bow for shooting arrows or for playing instruments(object)
a.bow for shooting arrows
Der Bogenschütze spannt den Bogen.—The archer pulls the bow.
b.bow for playing string instruments
Die Geigerin nimmt ihren Bogen zur Hand.—The violinist picks up her bow.
3.a single sheet (of paper, etc.)(sheet of paper)
a.sheet of paper
Bitte schreiben Sie Ihren Aufsatz auf einen neuen Bogen.—Please write your essay on a new sheet of paper.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Bogen | — |
| Genitive | des Bogens | — |
| Dative | dem Bogen | — |
| Accusative | den Bogen | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Bogen" mean in English?
- "Bogen" means arch, bow, or sheet. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Bogen"?
- "Bogen" is pronounced /ˈboːɡn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Bogen" der, die, or das?
- "Bogen" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What part of speech is "Bogen"?
- "Bogen" is a noun in German.
