Singular
das
Wollen
will, volition
Plural: die Wollen
Why does the noun Wollen 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 Wollen
How it changes across the four cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | das Wollen | ein Wollen | kein Wollen |
| Nominativ | die Wollen | Wollen | keine Wollen |
Examples in context
Real sentences using Wollen in different cases.
| Case | Definite | Indefinite | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ | Das starke Wollen ist {verb_adj}.The strong will is important. | Ein gutes Wollen ist {verb_adj}.A good will always helps. | Kein echtes Wollen ist {verb_adj}.No real will is there. |
| Nominativ | Die starken Wollen sind {verb_adj}.The strong wills are important. | Gute Wollen sind {verb_adj}.Good wills are necessary. | Keine echten Wollen sind {verb_adj}.No real wills are there. |
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Frequently asked questions
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Is it der, die, or das Wollen?
It is das Wollen. In German, every noun has a grammatical gender, and Wollen 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 Wollen?
The noun Wollen is typically used in the singular form (Singularetantum) or has a plural form identical to the singular.
What does das Wollen mean in English?
The German word das Wollen translates to “will, volition” in English.
How do you decline das Wollen?
Like all German nouns, Wollen changes its article depending on the case. In the singular, the forms are:
- Nominativ: das Wollen
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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