die Anzahl
Translation
number, quantity, amount
Examples
Die Anzahl der Studenten ist gestiegen.
The number of students has increased.
Eine große Anzahl von Menschen kam zur Party.
A large number of people came to the party.
Grammar Patterns
the number of sth. The number of participants was limited.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Menge (quantity), Quantität (quantity)
Etymology
Composed of the prefix 'an' (at, on) and 'Zahl' (number). It refers to a specific count or quantity.
Memory Tips
Think of 'an Zahl' as 'a number of'. The 'An-' prefix often specifies something concrete.