die A1
no plural
die Heimat
homeland, home country · وطن
Is Heimat der, die, or das?
Heimat 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 Heimat.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of die Heimat
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | die Heimat | eine Heimat |
| Akkusativ Accusative | die Heimat | eine Heimat |
| Dativ Dative | der Heimat | einer Heimat |
| Genitiv Genitive | der Heimat | einer Heimat |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Heimat" in red — red = die (feminine). Picture the word written in red ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Meine Heimat ist die Schweiz.
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