neunzehnste

The German word "neunzehnste" translates to "nineteenth" in English. It is an ordinal numeral, used to indicate a position in a sequence or order. For example, "der neunzehnte Tag" means "the nineteenth day" and "die neunzehnte Seite" means "the nineteenth page." In German grammar, ordinal numerals like "neunzehnste" are declined, meaning their endings change depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun they modify. This declension is crucial for correct sentence construction. The cardinal number corresponding to "neunzehnste" is "neunzehn," which means "nineteen." When referring to centuries, "neunzehnte" can also be used, as in "das neunzehnte Jahrhundert" for "the nineteenth century." This term encompasses the years 1801 through 1900. Understanding the usage and declension of "neunzehnste" is a fundamental aspect of mastering German.