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der Automat
vending machine, ticket machine, ATM · آلة، جهاز آلي
Is Automat der, die, or das?
Automat 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 Automat.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of der Automat
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Automat | ein Automat |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Automat | einen Automat |
| Dativ Dative | dem Automat | einem Automat |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Automats | eines Automats |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Automat" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Die Fahrkarten gibt es nur am Automaten.
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