Gegenstand

object/subject

Plural: die Gegenstände/ˈɡeːɡn̩ʃtant/

A masculine noun (der Gegenstand) meaning 'object' (physical thing) or 'subject' (topic of discussion).

Article	Plural	Pronunciation
der Gegenstand	die Gegenstände	/ˈɡeːɡn̩ʃtant/

Example Sentences

Was ist das für ein Gegenstand?

What kind of object is that?

Das ist Gegenstand unserer Diskussion.

That is the subject of our discussion.

Persönliche Gegenstände bitte nicht liegen lassen.

Please do not leave personal belongings.

Gebrauchsgegenstand (der) — everyday object/utensil

Wrong article: 'die Gegenstand'

✅ Correct: 'der Gegenstand' — masculine noun

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