NOUN

derNaturschutz/naˈtuːɐ̯ˌʃʊt͡s/nature conservation; environmental protection; conservation

Naturschutz is a German noun that means nature conservation, environmental protection, or conservation. It is pronounced /naˈtuːɐ̯ˌʃʊt͡s/. As a noun it takes the article "der".

Definitions

1.the protection and preservation of nature, natural habitats, and wildlife(environmental protection)

a.activities or measures aimed at conserving nature and biodiversity

Naturschutz ist wichtig, um bedrohte Tierarten zu erhalten.—Nature conservation is important to preserve endangered animal species.

b.the field or practice of environmental conservation as a subject or policy

Der Naturschutz spielt eine große Rolle in der Politik.—Environmental protection plays a major role in politics.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Naturschutz—
Genitivedes Naturschutzes—
Dativedem Naturschutz—
Accusativeden Naturschutz—

Frequently asked questions

What does "Naturschutz" mean in English?
"Naturschutz" means nature conservation, environmental protection, or conservation. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Naturschutz"?
"Naturschutz" is pronounced /naˈtuːɐ̯ˌʃʊt͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Naturschutz" der, die, or das?
"Naturschutz" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What part of speech is "Naturschutz"?
"Naturschutz" is a noun in German.

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