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