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