der A2
der Onkel
uncle · عم / خال
Is Onkel der, die, or das?
Onkel is masculine (der). The plural is Onkel.
No clear rule
There is no clear suffix or semantic rule for this noun's gender. It must be memorized as der Onkel.
Plural
die Onkel
Declension of der Onkel
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) | Plural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Onkel | ein Onkel | die Onkel |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Onkel | einen Onkel | die Onkel |
| Dativ Dative | dem Onkel | einem Onkel | den Onkeln |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Onkels | eines Onkels | der Onkel |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Onkel" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Quick Quiz — Test Yourself
Test your knowledge of Onkel
