der Nenner
Translation
denominator
Examples
Der Nenner steht unter dem Bruchstrich.
The denominator is below the fraction line.
Sie kamen auf einen gemeinsamen Nenner.
They found a common denominator.
Grammar Patterns
((in mathematics)) denominator The denominator of the fraction is 5.
((Idiom)) auf einen gemeinsamen Nenner kommen to find common ground We need to find a common denominator.
Similar Words
Antonym: der Zähler (numerator)
Etymology
From the verb 'nennen' (to name), because it 'names' the type of fraction (e.g., thirds, fourths).
Memory Tips
The 'Nenner' *names* the fraction. Remember the figurative meaning 'auf einen gemeinsamen Nenner kommen' (to find common ground).