Singular
das
Semester
semester
Plural: die Semester
Why does the noun Semester 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 Semester
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Semester | ein Semester | kein Semester |
| Nominativ | die Semester | Semester | keine Semester |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Semester in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das neue Semester beginnt bald.The new semester begins soon. | Ein langes Semester ist sehr lang.A long semester is very long. | Kein kurzes Semester ist einfach.No short semester is easy. |
| Nominativ | Die ersten Semester sind anstrengend.The first semesters are demanding. | Viele Semester vergehen schnell.Many semesters pass quickly. | Keine alten Semester sind einfach.No old semesters are easy. |
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it der, die, or das Semester?
It is das Semester. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Semester 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 Semester?
The German noun Semester is categorized as Elementary (A2) vocabulary. It is considered an essential word for learners at this level.
What is the plural of das Semester?
The plural form of das Semester is die Semester. In German, regardless of the singular gender, all plural nouns use the definite article “die.”
What does das Semester mean in English?
The German word das Semester translates to “semester” in English.
How do you decline das Semester?
Like all German nouns, Semester changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Semester
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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