Singular
das
Halstuch
neckerchief
Plural: die Halstücher
Why does the noun Halstuch 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 Halstuch
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Halstuch | ein Halstuch | kein Halstuch |
| Nominativ | die Halstücher | Halstücher | keine Halstücher |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Halstuch in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das neue Halstuch ist schön.The new scarf is beautiful. | Ein neues Halstuch liegt hier.A new scarf lies here. | Kein neues Halstuch passt mir.No new scarf fits me. |
| Nominativ | Die neuen Halstücher sind teuer.The new scarves are expensive. | Neue Halstücher sind im Trend.New scarves are in trend. | Keine neuen Halstücher gefallen mir.No new scarves please me. |
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it der, die, or das Halstuch?
It is das Halstuch. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Halstuch 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 Halstuch?
The plural form of das Halstuch is die Halstücher. In German, regardless of the singular gender, all plural nouns use the definite article “die.”
What does das Halstuch mean in English?
The German word das Halstuch translates to “neckerchief” in English.
How do you decline das Halstuch?
Like all German nouns, Halstuch changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Halstuch
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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