dasSpektrum/ˈʃpɛktʁʊm/spectrum; range; gamut
Spektrum is a German noun that means spectrum, range, or gamut. It is pronounced /ˈʃpɛktʁʊm/. As a noun it takes the article "das".
Definitions
1.the band of colors produced when light is dispersed; the range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation(physics; general)
a.visible color band as produced by a prism
Das Spektrum des Sonnenlichts zeigt alle Farben des Regenbogens.—The spectrum of sunlight shows all the colors of the rainbow.
2.a broad range or variety within a certain field or context(figurative)
a.variety or scope of things
Das Spektrum an Möglichkeiten ist groß.—The spectrum of possibilities is large.
b.range of opinions or views
Im politischen Spektrum gibt es viele verschiedene Parteien.—There are many different parties in the political spectrum.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Spektrum | — |
| Genitive | des Spektrums | — |
| Dative | dem Spektrum | — |
| Accusative | das Spektrum | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Spektrum" mean in English?
- "Spektrum" means spectrum, range, or gamut. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Spektrum"?
- "Spektrum" is pronounced /ˈʃpɛktʁʊm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Spektrum" der, die, or das?
- "Spektrum" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What part of speech is "Spektrum"?
- "Spektrum" is a noun in German.
