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How do you say "algorithm" in German?
der Algorithmus
In German, "algorithm" is der Algorithmus.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'al-go-RIT-moos', stress on the third syllable, close to the English word.
Grammar notes
der Algorithmus is masculine. Plural: der Algorithmen.
Example sentence
Die App verwendet einen cleveren Algorithmus.
The app uses a clever algorithm.
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How to remember der Algorithmus
Der Algorithmus is a near match for English 'algorithm', both from the same Arabic-derived root.
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Questions about der Algorithmus
How do you say "algorithm" in German?
In German, "algorithm" is der Algorithmus. It is a noun.
Is der Algorithmus masculine, feminine, or neuter?
der Algorithmus is masculine. Plural: der Algorithmen.
How is der Algorithmus used in a sentence?
Use der Algorithmus as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Die App verwendet einen cleveren Algorithmus. (The app uses a clever algorithm.).
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