noun
das Geschlecht, -er
nem
Es bezeichnet, ob jemand männlich, weiblich oder etwas anderes ist. Es kann auch eine Gruppe von Menschen, die durch Familie oder Abstammung verbunden sind, meinen.
The German word "Geschlecht" is a noun meaning "gender," "sex," or "family/lineage."
- It is not a compound, so no smaller words inside to analyze here.
- "Geschlecht" refers to biological sex (male/female), gender identity, or familial lineage (such as a noble house or generation).
Similar words include:
- "Gender" (borrowed, emphasizes social/cultural aspects of gender)
- "Sexus" (archaic or scientific term for biological sex)
- "Verwandtschaft" (kinship, family relations)
- "Linie" (lineage, bloodline)
Difference:
- Geschlecht covers both biological sex and lineage/family aspects.
- Gender is more about social identity, not biological.
- Verwandtschaft and Linie relate more to family relationships, not biological sex or gender identity directly.
Make “Geschlecht” part of your vocabulary.
Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Das Geschlecht ist in unserer Gesellschaft immer noch ein wichtiges Thema.noun
A nem még mindig fontos téma a társadalmunkban.
Keep exploring German
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad