Gattungsname Glossary of terms

A Gattungsname is a noun that designates a general class or category of objects, beings, or concepts.

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Detailed Explanation

Gattungsnamen are used to refer to general groups or categories, without specifying a particular individual. In German, these nouns are usually written with an initial capital letter, like all nouns in this language. Unlike proper nouns, Gattungsnamen can be accompanied by articles and can have plural forms.

Usage examples of "Gattungsname"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Hund ist ein treues Haustier.'Hund' (dog) is a Gattungsname that refers to the canine species in general, not a specific dog.
  2. Bücher sind eine wichtige Informationsquelle.'Bücher' (books) is a Gattungsname in plural form, designating all books in general.
  3. Die Liebe ist ein kompliziertes Gefühl.'Liebe' (love) is an abstract Gattungsname that refers to the general concept of love.
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