das Individuum
Translation
individual
Examples
Jedes Individuum ist einzigartig.
Every individual is unique.
Das Individuum muss sich der Gruppe anpassen.
The individual must adapt to the group.
Grammar Patterns
das Individuum as the individual Each individual has rights and duties.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Einzelwesen, Person; Antonyms: Kollektiv, Gruppe
Etymology
From Latin 'individuum', meaning 'an indivisible thing'. It's a direct cognate of the English word 'individual'.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds almost identical to the English 'individual', making it very easy to remember. Just remember the neuter article 'das'.