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