Why does the noun Song have the article der?
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 Song
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | der Song | ein Song | kein Song |
| Nominativ | die Songs | Songs | keine Songs |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Song in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Der Song ist beliebt.The song is popular. | Ein neuer Song läuft.A new song is playing. | Kein Song ist gut.No song is good. |
| Nominativ | Die Songs sind laut.The songs are loud. | Viele Songs sind toll.Many songs are great. | Keine Songs sind langweilig.No songs are boring. |
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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 Song?
It is der Song. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Song is masculine. You should always learn the article together with the noun to ensure your German grammar is correct.
What is the plural of der Song?
The plural form of der Song is die Songs. In German, regardless of the singular gender, all plural nouns use the definite article “die.”
What does der Song mean in English?
The German word der Song translates to “song” in English.
How do you decline der Song?
Like all German nouns, Song changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: der Song
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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