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