NOUN

derKamin/kaˈmiːn/chimney; fireplace

Kamin is a German noun that means chimney or fireplace. It is pronounced /kaˈmiːn/.

Definitions

1.structure for conducting smoke, especially from a fireplace(building)

a.the passage or shaft in a building through which smoke escapes

Der Schornsteinfeger reinigt den Kamin jedes Jahr.—The chimney sweep cleans the chimney every year.

2.fireplace or hearth, especially with a visible structure(household)

a.fireplace inside a house

Im Winter sitzen wir gerne am Kamin und trinken Tee.—In winter, we like to sit by the fireplace and drink tea.

Declension

SingularPlural
Nominative—die Kamine
Genitive—der Kamine
Dative—den Kaminen
Accusative—die Kamine

Frequently asked questions

What does "Kamin" mean in English?
"Kamin" means chimney or fireplace. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Kamin"?
"Kamin" is pronounced /kaˈmiːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What is the plural of "Kamin"?
The plural of "Kamin" is "Kamine".
What part of speech is "Kamin"?
"Kamin" is a noun in German.

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