NOUN

diePhotovoltaik/ˌfotovɔlˈtaːɪk/photovoltaics; solar electricity conversion

Photovoltaik is a German noun that means photovoltaics or solar electricity conversion. It is pronounced /ˌfotovɔlˈtaːɪk/. As a noun it takes the article "die".

Definitions

1.method of converting sunlight into electricity using solar cells(technology, energy)

a.technology for generating electricity from sunlight using solar panels

Photovoltaik spielt eine zentrale Rolle bei der Nutzung erneuerbarer Energien.—Photovoltaics play a central role in the use of renewable energy.

b.branch of technology and science dealing with solar electricity generation

Er arbeitet in der Forschung im Bereich Photovoltaik.—He works in research in the field of photovoltaics.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Photovoltaik—
Genitiveder Photovoltaik—
Dativeder Photovoltaik—
Accusativedie Photovoltaik—

Frequently asked questions

What does "Photovoltaik" mean in English?
"Photovoltaik" means photovoltaics or solar electricity conversion. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Photovoltaik"?
"Photovoltaik" is pronounced /ˌfotovɔlˈtaːɪk/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Photovoltaik" der, die, or das?
"Photovoltaik" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What part of speech is "Photovoltaik"?
"Photovoltaik" is a noun in German.

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