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