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die Eltern
parents · الوالدين
Is Eltern der, die, or das?
Eltern is feminine (die). 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 die Eltern.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of die Eltern
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | die Eltern | eine Eltern |
| Akkusativ Accusative | die Eltern | eine Eltern |
| Dativ Dative | der Eltern | einer Eltern |
| Genitiv Genitive | der Eltern | einer Eltern |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Eltern" in red — red = die (feminine). Picture the word written in red ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Meine Eltern leben in Spanien.
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