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