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der Atem
breath · نفس
Is Atem der, die, or das?
Atem is masculine (der). This noun has no plural form.
No clear rule
There is no clear suffix or semantic rule for this noun's gender. It must be memorized as der Atem.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of der Atem
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Atem | ein Atem |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Atem | einen Atem |
| Dativ Dative | dem Atem | einem Atem |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Atems | eines Atems |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Atem" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Bitte den Atem anhalten.
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