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