Why does the noun Abflug have the article der?
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 Abflug
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | der Abflug | ein Abflug | — |
| Akkusativ | den Abflug | einen Abflug | — |
| Dativ | dem Abflug | einem Abflug | — |
| Genitiv | des Abflugs | eines Abflugs | — |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Abflug in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | — | ||
| Akkusativ | — | ||
| Dativ | — | ||
| Genitiv | — |
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it der, die, or das Abflug?
It is der Abflug. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Abflug is masculine. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What is the plural of der Abflug?
The noun Abflug is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does der Abflug mean in English?
The German word der Abflug translates to “departure” in English.
How do you decline der Abflug?
Like all German nouns, Abflug changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: der Abflug
- Akkusativ: den Abflug
- Dativ: dem Abflug
- Genitiv: des Abflugs
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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