Singular
der
Bedarf
need, demand
Plural: die Bedarfe
Why does the noun Bedarf 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 Bedarf
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | der Bedarf | ein Bedarf | kein Bedarf |
| Akkusativ | den Bedarf | einen Bedarf | keinen Bedarf |
| Dativ | dem Bedarf | einem Bedarf | keinem Bedarf |
| Genitiv | des Bedarfs | eines Bedarfs | keines Bedarfs |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Bedarf in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Der neue Bedarf ist groß.The new demand is great. | Ein neuer Bedarf entsteht.A new demand arises. | Kein Bedarf ist dringend.No demand is urgent. |
| Akkusativ | Wir decken den neuen Bedarf.We cover the new demand. | Er hat einen neuen Bedarf.He has a new demand. | Ich sehe keinen Bedarf.I see no demand. |
| Dativ | Ich entspreche dem neuen Bedarf.I meet the new demand. | Mit einem neuen Bedarf ist das schwer.With a new demand, that is difficult. | Ich folge keinem Bedarf.I follow no demand. |
| Genitiv | Die Deckung des neuen Bedarfs ist wichtig.The coverage of the new demand is important. | Die Analyse eines neuen Bedarfs dauert.The analysis of a new demand takes time. | Der Grund keines Bedarfs ist klar.The reason for no demand is clear. |
GET THE APP
Practice der Bedarf in the app
Master der Bedarf (and 5,000+ other German nouns) with quizzes, smart review, and instant grammar tips.
- 5,000+ nouns with translations in 11 languages
- Quizzes by level, category, or your weakest words
- Snap a photo of any German text — extract nouns instantly
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might wonder about der, die, das — and the Der Artikel app.
Is it der, die, or das Bedarf?
It is der Bedarf. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Bedarf is masculine. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What CEFR level is the word Bedarf?
The German noun Bedarf is categorized as Upper-Intermediate (B2) vocabulary. It is considered an essential word for learners at this level.
What is the plural of der Bedarf?
The plural form of der Bedarf is die Bedarfe. In German, regardless of the singular gender, all plural nouns use the definite article “die.”
What does der Bedarf mean in English?
The German word der Bedarf translates to “need, demand” in English.
How do you decline der Bedarf?
Like all German nouns, Bedarf changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: der Bedarf
- Akkusativ: den Bedarf
- Dativ: dem Bedarf
- Genitiv: des Bedarfs
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.
Browse by level
B2 Upper-intermediate — nuanced and specialized
Explore →
Browse by topic
Actions & Events
Explore →
BROWSE BY GENDER
Masculine nouns
Explore →
Browse by declension
Strong Standard declension — no extra -(e)n. The 96% majority.
Explore →