Why does the noun Armut have the article die?
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 Armut
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | die Armut | eine Armut | keine Armut |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Armut in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Die große Armut ist ein Problem.The great poverty is a problem. | Eine große Armut herrscht hier.A great poverty prevails here. | Keine Armut ist sichtbar.No poverty is visible. |
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might wonder about der, die, das — and the Der Artikel app.
Is it der, die, or das Armut?
It is die Armut. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Armut is feminine. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What CEFR level is the word Armut?
The German noun Armut is categorized as Intermediate (B1) vocabulary. It is considered an essential word for learners at this level.
What is the plural of die Armut?
The noun Armut is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does die Armut mean in English?
The German word die Armut translates to “poverty” in English.
How do you decline die Armut?
Like all German nouns, Armut changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: die Armut
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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