die Gestalt

Plural: die Gestalten
Based on: ge-, stellen
Noun #547 Noun
  1. the frame, the figure, the person
  2. gestalt
1.

the frame, the figure, the person

(Can refer to the "how" but is also used to refer to a "mysterious" or sketchy person showing up somewhere.)
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2.

gestalt

(A psychological term.)
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How many meanings does the German word 'Gestalt' have?

Gestalt has 2 distinct meanings: 1. the frame, the figure, the person, 2. gestalt.

What is the gender of 'Gestalt'?

die

What is the plural of 'Gestalt'?

die Gestalten

What is 'Gestalt' related to?

The word 'Gestalt' is related to ge- and stellen.

Where can I learn more about 'Gestalt'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.