Why does the noun Sitzen 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 Sitzen
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Sitzen | ein Sitzen | kein Sitzen |
| Akkusativ | das Sitzen | ein Sitzen | kein Sitzen |
| Dativ | das Sitzen | einem Sitzen | keinem Sitzen |
| Genitiv | des Sitzens | eines Sitzens | keines Sitzens |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Sitzen in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das lange Sitzen ist bequem.The long sitting is comfortable. | Ein kurzes Sitzen tut gut.A short sitting feels good. | Kein dauerhaftes Sitzen ist gesund.No permanent sitting is healthy. |
| Akkusativ | Ich mag das ruhige Sitzen.I like the quiet sitting. | Er genießt ein gemütliches Sitzen.He enjoys a cozy sitting. | Wir vermeiden kein unbequemes Sitzen.We avoid no uncomfortable sitting. |
| Dativ | Ich gewöhne mich an das neue Sitzen.I get used to the new sitting. | Sie denkt über einem angenehmen Sitzen nach.She thinks about a pleasant sitting. | Er leidet an keinem schmerzhaften Sitzen.He suffers from no painful sitting. |
| Genitiv | Die Kunst des richtigen Sitzens ist alt.The art of correct sitting is old. | Die Dauer eines guten Sitzens ist wichtig.The duration of a good sitting is important. | Der Zweck keines sinnlosen Sitzens ist klar.The purpose of no senseless sitting is clear. |
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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 Sitzen?
It is das Sitzen. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Sitzen is neuter. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What is the plural of das Sitzen?
The noun Sitzen is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does das Sitzen mean in English?
The German word das Sitzen translates to “sitting” in English.
How do you decline das Sitzen?
Like all German nouns, Sitzen changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Sitzen
- Akkusativ: das Sitzen
- Dativ: das Sitzen
- Genitiv: des Sitzens
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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