noun

die Partie, -n

game · shipment

Ein Abschnitt oder Teil von etwas Größerem, der als eigene Einheit betrachtet wird.

Definition & meaning

The German word "Partie" is a versatile noun with several meanings depending on the context:

Game or Match: It refers to a single round or completed game, commonly used in sports or board games like chess, cards, or tennis.
Section or Part: It describes a specific portion or area of a larger whole. For example, it can refer to a part of the human body (e.g., the "Augenpartie" or eye area), a section of a landscape, or a component of a building.
Musical Role: In the context of music and theater, it refers to a specific vocal or instrumental part or a role in an opera.
Batch or Lot: In commerce, it refers to a specific quantity of goods, a shipment, or a wholesale lot.
Marriage Prospect: It can describe a person considered as a potential spouse, usually in the context of their social or financial suitability (e.g., "eine gute Partie machen" - to make a good match).
Excursion: It can refer to a group outing or trip, often seen in the compound "Landpartie" (a trip to the countryside).

Grammar & Word origin

"Partie" is a feminine noun (die Partie). The plural form is "die Partien".

The word was borrowed into German in the 17th century from the French word "partie", which is the feminine past participle of "partir" (to divide). This originates from the Latin "partire", meaning to share or divide. It is etymologically related to the English words "part" and "party".