NOUN

derKosmos/ˈkɔsmɔs/cosmos; universe; world

Kosmos is a German noun that means cosmos, universe, or world. It is pronounced /ˈkɔsmɔs/. As a noun it takes the article "der".

Definitions

1.the universe as an ordered and harmonious system(astronomy; philosophy)

a.the entire universe

Der Kosmos ist voller unerforschter Geheimnisse.—The cosmos is full of unexplored mysteries.

2.a complex, well-ordered system or sphere(figurative, formal)

a.a harmonious system or world

Für ihn ist die Familie ein eigener Kosmos.—For him, the family is a world of its own.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Kosmos—
Genitivedes Kosmos—
Dativedem Kosmos—
Accusativeden Kosmos—

Frequently asked questions

What does "Kosmos" mean in English?
"Kosmos" means cosmos, universe, or world. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Kosmos"?
"Kosmos" is pronounced /ˈkɔsmɔs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Kosmos" der, die, or das?
"Kosmos" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What part of speech is "Kosmos"?
"Kosmos" is a noun in German.

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