so genannte
Translation
so-called
Examples
Das ist die so genannte 'neue Methode'.
This is the so-called 'new method'.
Die so genannte Experten sind oft falsch.
The so-called experts are often wrong.
Grammar Patterns
so genannte + Noun the so-called ... This is the so-called 'new method'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: angeblich (allegedly), vermeintlich (supposed)
Etymology
From 'so' (so, thus) + 'genannte' (called), the past participle of 'nennen' (to call, to name). Literally 'so-named'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as putting air quotes around the following noun. The ending '-e' is used for feminine singular (nom/acc) and all plural (nom/acc) nouns.