Drittel Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Drittel" is mainly used as numeral meaning "a third", "one third" or "third". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Drittel"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Drittel
  • Plural: die Drittel

Meanings of "Drittel" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A third (fraction of a whole)"

"Drittel", when used with this meaning, acts as numeral.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ein Drittel der Bevölkerung lebt in Städten.A third of the population lives in cities.
  2. Sie hat drittel Anteile an dem Unternehmen.She has one-third shares in the company.
  3. Nur ein Drittel der Schüler hat die Prüfung bestanden.Only a third of the students passed the exam.

2.) "One of three equal parts"

"Drittel", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Drittel des Kuchens war schnell aufgegessen.The third of the cake was quickly eaten.
  2. Er besitzt zwei Drittel des Grundstücks.He owns two-thirds of the property.
  3. Das letzte Drittel des Buches war besonders spannend.The last third of the book was particularly exciting.
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