enzyme
das Enzym, die Enzyme
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enzyme
A protein that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed itself in the process. Enzymes are essential for metabolism.
Das Enzym Laktase spaltet den Milchzucker Laktose.
The enzyme lactase breaks down the milk sugar lactose.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Enzyme |
| genitive | des Enzymes |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Enzym | die Enzyme |
| accusative | das Enzym | die Enzyme |
| dative | dem Enzym | den Enzymen |
| genitive | des Enzymes des Enzyms | der Enzyme |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Enzym' (enzyme) is a technical term from biology and chemistry. You mainly find the word in scientific, medical, or nutrition-related texts.
In unserem Biologiebuch gibt es ein ganzes Kapitel über Enzyme.
In our biology book, there is an entire chapter about enzymes.
Since enzymes control chemical processes, they are often combined with active verbs such as 'spalten' (to split/break down), 'abbauen' (to break down), 'beschleunigen' (to speed up), or 'wirken' (to act/work).
Bestimmte Enzyme im Speichel beginnen bereits im Mund mit der Verdauung.
Certain enzymes in saliva begin digestion already in the mouth.
Dieses Waschmittel enthält Enzyme, die Flecken effektiv abbauen.
This detergent contains enzymes that effectively break down stains.
The word 'Enzym' (enzyme) often appears in connection with bodily functions such as 'Stoffwechsel' (metabolism) or 'Verdauung' (digestion), as well as with the substances they process, e.g. sugar, fat, proteins.
Für einen gesunden Stoffwechsel sind viele verschiedene Enzyme notwendig.
Many different enzymes are necessary for a healthy metabolism.
