Why does the noun Abc have the article das?
This noun follows no general suffix rule — its gender is part of the core vocabulary you simply learn alongside the word.
Declension table for German noun Abc
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Abc | ein Abc | — |
| Akkusativ | das Abc | ein Abc | — |
| Dativ | dem Abc | einem Abc | — |
| Genitiv | des Abcs | eines Abcs | — |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Abc in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | — | ||
| Akkusativ | — | ||
| Dativ | — | ||
| Genitiv | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you might wonder about der, die, das — and the Der Artikel app.
Is it der, die, or das Abc?
It is das Abc. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Abc is neuter. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What is the plural of das Abc?
The noun Abc is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does das Abc mean in English?
The German word das Abc translates to “ABC” in English.
How do you decline das Abc?
Like all German nouns, Abc changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Abc
- Akkusativ: das Abc
- Dativ: dem Abc
- Genitiv: des Abcs
These changes are necessary because German uses cases to indicate the noun’s role in a sentence (such as the subject or object). Knowing these forms allows you to build grammatically correct sentences.
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