German Adjective Endings Chart

German adjectives change their endings depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun they describe, as well as the type of article that precedes them. There are three types of declension. Weak declension occurs after definite articles (der, die, das), where the adjective takes simple endings, mostly '-e' or '-en'. Mixed declension happens after indefinite articles (ein, eine) and possessives, where adjectives take endings representing the noun's gender in some cases.

Finally, strong declension is used when there is no article preceding the adjective. In this case, the adjective itself must carry the gender marker of the noun (such as '-er' for masculine nominative or '-es' for neuter nominative). This system ensures that the grammatical case and gender of the noun phrase are always clear to the listener.

Mastering adjective endings is notoriously challenging for learners due to the variety of variables involved. Using structured tables and practicing with common noun phrases helps build the intuitive patterns needed for speaking. Understanding this table is essential for writing grammatically correct German sentences.