Why does the noun Obst 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 Obst
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Obst | ein Obst | kein Obst |
| Akkusativ | das Obst | ein Obst | kein Obst |
| Dativ | dem Obst | einem Obst | keinem Obst |
| Genitiv | des Obstes | eines Obstes | keines Obstes |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Obst in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das frische Obst ist gesund.The fresh fruit is healthy. | Ein neues Obst liegt im Korb.Some new fruit lies in the basket. | Kein gutes Obst ist mehr da.No good fruit is left. |
| Akkusativ | Ich esse das frische Obst.I eat the fresh fruit. | Sie kauft ein neues Obst.She buys some new fruit. | Wir brauchen kein teueres Obst.We don't need any expensive fruit. |
| Dativ | Mit dem frischen Obst mache ich Salat.With the fresh fruit, I make salad. | Mit einem neuen Obst ist der Tag gut.With some new fruit, the day is good. | Ich bin zufrieden mit keinem guten Obst.I am satisfied with no good fruit. |
| Genitiv | Der Geschmack des frischen Obstes ist gut.The taste of the fresh fruit is good. | Der Preis eines eines neuen Obstes ist hoch.The price of some new fruit is high. | Die Farbe keines keines guten Obstes gefällt mir nicht.The color of no good fruit pleases me. |
GET THE APP
Practice das Obst in the app
Master das Obst (and 5,000+ other German nouns) with quizzes, smart review, and instant grammar tips.
- 5,000+ nouns with translations in 11 languages
- Quizzes by level, category, or your weakest words
- Snap a photo of any German text — extract nouns instantly
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might wonder about der, die, das — and the Der Artikel app.
Is it der, die, or das Obst?
It is das Obst. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Obst is neuter. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What CEFR level is the word Obst?
The German noun Obst is categorized as Beginner (A1) vocabulary. It is considered an essential word for learners at this level.
What is the plural of das Obst?
The noun Obst is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does das Obst mean in English?
The German word das Obst translates to “fruit” in English.
How do you decline das Obst?
Like all German nouns, Obst changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Obst
- Akkusativ: das Obst
- Dativ: dem Obst
- Genitiv: des Obstes
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.
Browse by level
A1 Beginner — most common everyday nouns
Explore →
Browse by topic
Food & Ingredients
Explore →
BROWSE BY GENDER
Neuter nouns
Explore →
Browse by declension
Strong Standard declension — no extra -(e)n. The 96% majority.
Explore →