Why does the noun Kanton have the article der?
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 Kanton
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | der Kanton | ein Kanton | — |
| Akkusativ | den Kanton | einen Kanton | — |
| Dativ | dem Kanton | einem Kanton | — |
| Genitiv | des Kantons | eines Kantons | — |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Kanton 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 Kanton?
It is der Kanton. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Kanton is masculine. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What is the plural of der Kanton?
The noun Kanton is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does der Kanton mean in English?
The German word der Kanton translates to “canton” in English.
How do you decline der Kanton?
Like all German nouns, Kanton changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: der Kanton
- Akkusativ: den Kanton
- Dativ: dem Kanton
- Genitiv: des Kantons
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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