der Wirkstoff

Plural: die Wirkstoffe
Based on: Stoff, wirken
Noun
1.

the active agent, the active ingredient

(Literally: "the working stuff")

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

Wirkstoff has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the active agent, the active ingredient.

What is the gender of 'Wirkstoff'?

der

What is the plural of 'Wirkstoff'?

die Wirkstoffe

What is 'Wirkstoff' related to?

The word 'Wirkstoff' is related to Stoff and wirken.

Where can I learn more about 'Wirkstoff'?

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