Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A foundational work of economic theory: "Das Kapital" is the title of a major theoretical work by Karl Marx, first published in 1867. It is a critical analysis of political economy, capitalism, and the dynamics of capital.

Usage

• "Das Kapital" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to Karl Marx's book. It is often cited in discussions of economics, political theory, and sociology.
• It is typically italicized in writing to indicate it is a title: .

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Many students of political economy are required to read excerpts from Das Kapital.
  • The concepts introduced in Das Kapital have influenced economic thought for over a century.

Advanced Usage

• "Capital" (English translation): The work is commonly referred to in English simply as "Capital" (e.g., Marx's ).
• Referencing specific volumes: The full work consists of multiple volumes. One might specify, for example, "the arguments in the first volume of ."

Variants and Related Words

• Capital (n): In its general economic sense, this refers to wealth in the form of money or assets used for investment. This is the central concept analyzed in Marx's book.
• Marxism (n): The political and economic theories of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, which helped to develop.
• Marxist (adj/n): Relating to Marxism; a follower of Marxism.

Synonyms

• Marx's Capital: The most direct synonym in English.
• Capital: Critique of Political Economy: The full subtitle of the work.

Notes

• As a proper noun and title, "Das Kapital" does not have phrasal verbs or idioms associated with its direct use. However, concepts from the book, such as "surplus value" or "class struggle," are central to related academic discourse.

Noun

1. a book written by Karl Marx (1867) describing his economic theories