Translation of German word "der" to English
der
/dɛr/
Meaning
ArticleDefinite article used before masculine singular nouns in the nominative case.
How to use
der is the masculine definite article in the nominative singular. Accusative: den, Dative: dem, Genitive: des. Der Hund schläft — The dog is sleeping.
🇬🇧 English
the (masc.)
Example
Der Hund liegt vor der Tür.
The dog is lying in front of the door.
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- der Mann— the man
- der Tag— the day
- der Tisch— the table
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "der"?▼
The German word "der" is defined as: "Definite article used before masculine singular nouns in the nominative case."
What does the German word "der" mean?▼
The German word "der" means "the (masc.)" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "der"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "der"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Hund liegt vor der Tür." (which translates as "The dog is lying in front of the door.").
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