das Gen
gene
a part of a cell that controls inherited features
Learn das Gen with free cards in 30 seconds.
10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.
das Gen fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

How many words can you learn in a year?
If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.
ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.
Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.
We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.
| Pace | Per day | Per year | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 3 words | ≈ 1,100 words | starting without pressure |
| Balanced | 5 words | ≈ 1,800 words | steady growth |
| Recommended | 8 words | ≈ 2,900 words | around 3,000 words a year |
| Fast | 10 words | ≈ 3,650 words | visible vocabulary growth |
| Intensive | 15 words | ≈ 5,500 words | strong motivation |
das Gen with English translation
das Gen usage examples
Usage examples will appear here with translation and context.
Learn by topic
das Gen belongs to the topic "Top 2500". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
das Gen synonyms
What's the difference between das Gen / Erbanlage / Erbfaktor / Erbeinheit / Genom / Chromosom
gene — a part of a cell that controls inherited features
An older, more biological-sounding term for the hereditary basis of a trait; less precise and less common than "Gen".
Die Erbanlage bestimmt mit, welche Haarfarbe ein Mensch hat.
Наследственная основа частично определяет, какой цвет волос будет у человека.
A science-popular term for an inherited factor; often used in older or explanatory texts.
Ein Erbfaktor kann die Anfälligkeit für bestimmte Krankheiten beeinflussen.
Наследственный фактор может влиять на предрасположенность к определённым заболеваниям.
A scientific or older term for a single hereditary unit; close in meaning to "Gen", but less modern.
Die Erbeinheit wird von den Eltern an die Kinder weitergegeben.
Наследственная единица передаётся от родителей детям.
This is not a single gene, but the entire genetic information of an organism; broader in meaning than "Gen".
Das Genom eines Menschen enthält Milliarden von DNA-Bausteinen.
Геном человека содержит миллиарды строительных блоков ДНК.
A structure that carries genes; not a synonym, but a larger unit on which a gene is located.
Ein Gen liegt auf einem Chromosom.
Ген находится на хромосоме.
A general word for all hereditary information; much broader than a single gene.
Das Erbgut bestimmt viele Merkmale eines Lebewesens.
Наследственный материал определяет многие признаки живого существа.
A descriptive phrase for something that can be inherited; explanatory rather than a precise technical term.
Eine vererbbare Einheit kann ein bestimmtes Merkmal beeinflussen.
Наследуемая единица может влиять на определённый признак.
A descriptive expression for something that carries hereditary information; it describes the function rather than naming the exact biological term.
Das Gen ist ein Träger der Erbinformation.
Ген является носителем наследственной информации.
A precise descriptive phrase for a gene as a part of DNA; very close in meaning, but explanatory rather than a fixed term.
Ein Gen ist ein Abschnitt der DNA mit einer bestimmten Funktion.
Ген — это участок ДНК с определённой функцией.
This is not a noun but a descriptive phrase about a gene’s function; useful for explanation, not as a technical term.
Ein Gen bestimmt Merkmale wie Augenfarbe oder Blutgruppe.
Ген определяет признаки, такие как цвет глаз или группа крови.
A descriptive phrase about where a gene is located; useful for explanation, but not a true synonym of "Gen".
Das Gen befindet sich auf dem Chromosom 7.
Ген находится на 7-й хромосоме.
What's the difference
More related word breakdowns
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.

В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
Related words and lists for das Gen
How to pronounce das Gen and what this word means
das Gen translation: gene. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce das Gen
/das ɡeːn/
das Gen translation
gene
das Gen transcription
/das ɡeːn/
How this dictionary entry is reviewed
ZapomniEnglish prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.
Questions about this word
das Gen meaning: what does it mean?
ein Teil einer Zelle, der vererbte Merkmale steuert
das Gen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
das Gen is pronounced as /das ɡeːn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Learn das Gen in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.