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Eigenname Glossary of terms
An Eigenname is a noun that uniquely identifies a specific person, place, object, or entity.
Additional Information
- Translations: proper noun, proper name
- Related concepts: Substantiv, Gattungsname, Appellativum, Nomen
Detailed Explanation
Eigennamen are characterized by always starting with a capital letter, regardless of their position in the sentence. They include names of people, cities, countries, brands, titles of works, and more.
Unlike common nouns, Eigennamen generally do not take an article and do not have a plural form, although there are exceptions.Usage examples of "Eigenname"
📝 Some usage examples:
- Angela Merkel war Bundeskanzlerin von Deutschland.
- Ich lebe in Berlin.
- Mein Lieblingsbuch ist 'Der Prozess' von Franz Kafka.