neutral
/nɔʏ̯ˈtʁaːl/
The German word for neutral is neutral.
The adjective neutral is used to describe someone or something that does not favor either the supporting or opposing viewpoint of a topic of debate.
Meaning: favouring neither the supporting nor opposing viewpoint of a topic of debate (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, neutral changes its ending based on the gender and case of the noun it describes. It takes the ending -en in the masculine accusative case when preceded by a definite article, such as in neutralen. It takes the ending -er in the feminine nominative or masculine nominative strong declension. Finally, it takes the ending -es in the neuter nominative or accusative cases.
How do you pronounce it?
/nɔʏ̯ˈtʁaːl/
Did you know?
- When discussing gear shifts in a car, Germans use neutral or Leerlauf to describe the position where no gear is engaged.
- The German word neutral can be used to describe a specific shade of gray or a color that lacks a strong hue.
- The word neutral was borrowed into German from the Latin neutralis during the 16th century, starting with political usage.
Examples in context
- Ein Schwa stellt einen neutralen Vokal dar.A schwa represents a neutral vowel.This sentence shows how to use neutral when describing a vowel.Tatoeba #5661797 by Vortarulo, translation #483719 by adjusting
- Die Schweiz war während des Krieges neutral.Switzerland was neutral in the war.This sentence illustrates the use of neutral regarding a country's status during a war.Tatoeba #6108101 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #5291760 by Hybrid
- Die Schweizer verhielten sich im Krieg neutral.The Swiss were neutral in the war.This sentence demonstrates how people's behavior can be described as neutral during a war.Tatoeba #3570150 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #3568288 by Hybrid
- Die Entscheidung des Gerichts war neutral und fair.The court's decision was neutral and fair.
- Ich bleibe in dieser Angelegenheit neutral.I'll stay neutral in this matter.
- Ich versuche immer, unvoreingenommen zu bleiben.I always try to stay neutral.
- Die Mediation hat das Ziel, eine unparteiische Lösung zu finden.The mediation aims to find a neutral solution.
- Gib bitte deine ehrliche und unvoreingenommene Meinung.Please give your honest and unbiased opinion.
- Wir müssen eine neutrale Position einnehmen und alle Fakten bewerten.We need to take a neutral position and evaluate all the facts.
- Die Schweiz ist für ihre neutrale Politik bekannt.Switzerland is famous for its neutral politics.
- Viel Glück!Good luck!
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Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are discussing a disagreement between two friends.
- SarahBleibst du in diesem Streit neutral?Are you staying neutral in this argument?
- FelixJa, ich möchte keine Seite wählen.Yes, I don't want to choose a side.
- SarahDas ist eine gute, neutrale Position.That is a good, neutral position.
- FelixIch will einfach nur Frieden.I just want peace.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry neutral, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries neutral, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
