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