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die Ferien
holidays, vacation · عطلة / إجازة
Is Ferien der, die, or das?
Ferien 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 Ferien.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of die Ferien
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | die Ferien | eine Ferien |
| Akkusativ Accusative | die Ferien | eine Ferien |
| Dativ Dative | der Ferien | einer Ferien |
| Genitiv Genitive | der Ferien | einer Ferien |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Ferien" in red — red = die (feminine). Picture the word written in red ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Bald haben wir Ferien.
Fährst du in den Ferien weg oder bleibst du zu Hause?
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