noun
castle
A2
Schloss (das) primarily means 'castle' and also 'palace' or 'lock' in other contexts. Plural is Schlösser with umlaut; genitive singular Schlosses. As a noun it follows regular declension; note the umlaut plural and gender das. Often refers to historic fortified residences.
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Das Schloss ist sehr alt.
The castle is very old.
Das Schloss ist eine beliebte Touristenattraktion.
The castle is a popular tourist attraction.
Die Gemeinde organisierte eine Führung in dem Schloss, weil viele Besucher Fragen hatten.
The community organized a tour in the castle because many visitors had questions.
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imagine a big stone castle with towers — 'Schloss' = castle
das (neuter) — picture a castle with a little 'das' flag
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One of the meanings of 'Schloss' is 'castle' (architecture). Another common meaning is 'lock' (see separate entry).