das Merkmal
Translation
feature, characteristic, trait, attribute
Examples
Das Auto hat viele besondere Merkmale.
The car has many special features.
Man erkennt ihn an seinen Merkmalen.
You can recognize him by his features.
Ein wichtiges Merkmal ist die Farbe.
An important feature is the color.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((sth.)) Das Auto hat viele besondere Merkmale.
Similar Words
Eigenschaft, Charakteristikum, Kennzeichen
Etymology
Composed of 'merken' (to notice) and 'Mal' (mark, sign). A sign by which you notice something.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'mark'. A 'Merkmal' is a distinguishing mark or feature.