Singular
das
Blatt
sheet, leaf
Plural: die Blätter
Why does the noun Blatt 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 Blatt
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Blatt | ein Blatt | kein Blatt |
| Nominativ | die Blätter | Blätter | keine Blätter |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Blatt in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das grüne Blatt fällt vom Baum.The green leaf falls from the tree. | Ein kleines Blatt liegt hier.A small leaf lies here. | Kein trockenes Blatt ist übrig geblieben.No dry leaf is left. |
| Nominativ | Die bunten Blätter fallen schnell.The colorful leaves fall quickly. | Schöne Blätter liegen überall.Beautiful leaves lie everywhere. | Keine frischen Blätter sind da.No fresh leaves are there. |
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it der, die, or das Blatt?
It is das Blatt. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Blatt is neuter. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What CEFR level is the word Blatt?
The German noun Blatt is categorized as Elementary (A2) vocabulary. It is considered an essential word for learners at this level.
What is the plural of das Blatt?
The plural form of das Blatt is die Blätter. In German, regardless of the singular gender, all plural nouns use the definite article “die.”
What does das Blatt mean in English?
The German word das Blatt translates to “sheet, leaf” in English.
How do you decline das Blatt?
Like all German nouns, Blatt changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Blatt
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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