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