derFilter/ˈfɪltɐ/filter; screen; strainer
Filter is a German noun that means filter, screen, or strainer. It is pronounced /ˈfɪltɐ/.
Definitions
1.device that removes unwanted substances from a liquid, gas, or light(device/mechanics)
a.apparatus used to clean or clarify fluids
Der Wasserfilter entfernt Schadstoffe aus dem Trinkwasser.—The water filter removes contaminants from the drinking water.
b.device for filtering light, sound, or electromagnetic waves
Die Kamera ist mit einem UV-Filter ausgestattet.—The camera is equipped with a UV filter.
2.software tool or function that sorts or blocks data(technology/computing)
a.function for sorting data by certain criteria
In Excel kann man Daten mit einem Filter schnell sortieren.—In Excel, you can quickly sort data with a filter.
b.tool to block or hide unwanted content
Ein Spam-Filter hält unerwünschte E-Mails zurück.—A spam filter holds back unwanted emails.
Declension
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | — | die Filter |
| Genitive | — | der Filter |
| Dative | — | den Filtern |
| Accusative | — | die Filter |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Filter" mean in English?
- "Filter" means filter, screen, or strainer. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Filter"?
- "Filter" is pronounced /ˈfɪltɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the plural of "Filter"?
- The plural of "Filter" is "Filter".
- What part of speech is "Filter"?
- "Filter" is a noun in German.
