derRespekt/ʁɛsˈpɛkt/respect; esteem; regard
Respekt is a German noun that means respect, esteem, or regard. It is pronounced /ʁɛsˈpɛkt/. As a noun it takes the article "der".
Definitions
1.a feeling of esteem or honor towards someone or something(attitude, value)
a.attitude of appreciation or deference for someone's achievements, status, or qualities
Sie hat großen Respekt vor ihren Lehrern.—She has great respect for her teachers.
b.consideration or regard for the rights, wishes, or feelings of others
Respekt gegenüber anderen ist wichtig im Zusammenleben.—Respect towards others is important in coexistence.
2.an expression of admiration for something impressive(colloquial, exclamation)
a.used to express praise or acknowledgment
Du hast das alleine geschafft? Respekt!—You did that by yourself? Respect!
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Respekt | — |
| Genitive | des Respekts | — |
| Dative | dem Respekt | — |
| Accusative | den Respekt | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Respekt" mean in English?
- "Respekt" means respect, esteem, or regard. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Respekt"?
- "Respekt" is pronounced /ʁɛsˈpɛkt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Respekt" der, die, or das?
- "Respekt" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What part of speech is "Respekt"?
- "Respekt" is a noun in German.
