Translation of German word "Messer" to English
dasMesser
/mɛsɐ/
Meaning
NounA utensil or a tool designed for cutting, consisting of a flat piece of hard material, usually steel or other metal (the blade), usually sharpened on one edge, attached to a handle. The blade may be pointed for piercing.
How to use
The neuter noun Messer ('knife') declines regularly and does not change in the nominative plural (die Messer).
🇬🇧 English
knife
Example
Das Messer ist sehr gefährlich.
The knife is very dangerous.
Ich brauche ein Messer, um die Früchte zu schneiden.
I need a knife to cut the fruit.
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Common phrases
- Messer und Gabel— knife and fork
- scharfes Messer— sharp knife
- Messer schleifen— to sharpen a knife
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What is the definition of the German word "das Messer"?▼
The German word "das Messer" is defined as: "A utensil or a tool designed for cutting, consisting of a flat piece of hard material, usually steel or other metal (the blade), usually sharpened on one edge, attached to a handle. The blade may be pointed for piercing."
What does the German word "das Messer" mean?▼
The German word "das Messer" means "knife" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Messer"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Messer"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Messer ist sehr gefährlich." (which translates as "The knife is very dangerous.").
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