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der Käse
cheese · جبن
Is Käse der, die, or das?
Käse 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 Käse.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of der Käse
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Käse | ein Käse |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Käse | einen Käse |
| Dativ Dative | dem Käse | einem Käse |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Käses | eines Käses |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Käse" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Isst du lieber Käse oder Wurst?
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