NOUN
derTunnel/ˈtʊnl̩/tunnel
Tunnel is a German noun that means tunnel. It is pronounced /ˈtʊnl̩/. As a noun it takes the article "der".
Definitions
1.an underground or enclosed passage, especially for vehicles or trains(infrastructure/transportation)
a.structure allowing passage through or under an obstacle
Der Zug fährt durch einen langen Tunnel.—The train goes through a long tunnel.
b.underground passage for pedestrians or bicycles
Wir benutzen den Tunnel, um die Straße sicher zu überqueren.—We use the tunnel to cross the street safely.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Tunnel | — |
| Genitive | des Tunnels | — |
| Dative | dem Tunnel | — |
| Accusative | den Tunnel | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Tunnel" mean in English?
- "Tunnel" means tunnel. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Tunnel"?
- "Tunnel" is pronounced /ˈtʊnl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Tunnel" der, die, or das?
- "Tunnel" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What part of speech is "Tunnel"?
- "Tunnel" is a noun in German.
