Why does the noun Benutzen 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 Benutzen
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Benutzen | ein Benutzen | — |
| Akkusativ | das Benutzen | ein Benutzen | — |
| Dativ | dem Benutzen | einem Benutzen | — |
| Genitiv | des Benutzens | eines Benutzens | — |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Benutzen 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 Benutzen?
It is das Benutzen. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Benutzen 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 Benutzen?
The noun Benutzen is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does das Benutzen mean in English?
The German word das Benutzen translates to “use” in English.
How do you decline das Benutzen?
Like all German nouns, Benutzen changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Benutzen
- Akkusativ: das Benutzen
- Dativ: dem Benutzen
- Genitiv: des Benutzens
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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