das Merkmal

Plural: die Merkmale
Based on: merken
Noun #671 Noun
1.

defining feature, characteristic feature, sign

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  • Sauberes Arbeiten ist ein Merkmal für einen guten Koch.
  • Clean work is a feature/sign of a good cook.

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The Meaning of “merken”

"merken" can mean "to notice" and "to remember". But not always. Today, we'll find out when and why and we'll talk about the difference to "bemerken".

Vocab: merken, sich merken, bemerken, merkwürdig, anmerken, das Merkmal

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How many meanings does the German word 'Merkmal' have?

Merkmal has 1 distinct meaning: 1. defining feature, characteristic feature, sign.

What is the gender of 'Merkmal'?

das

What is the plural of 'Merkmal'?

die Merkmale

What is 'Merkmal' related to?

The word 'Merkmal' is related to merken.

Where can I learn more about 'Merkmal'?

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The Meaning of “merken”
"merken" can mean "to notice" and "to remember". But not always. Today, we'll find out when and why and we'll talk about the difference to "bemerken".
Vocab: merken, sich merken, bemerken, merkwürdig, anmerken, das Merkmal
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