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das Original
original · أصل (نسخة أصلية)
Is Original der, die, or das?
Original is neuter (das). The plural is Originale.
No clear rule
There is no clear suffix or semantic rule for this noun's gender. It must be memorized as das Original.
Plural
die Originale
Declension of das Original
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) | Plural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | das Original | ein Original | die Originale |
| Akkusativ Accusative | das Original | ein Original | die Originale |
| Dativ Dative | dem Original | einem Original | den Originalen |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Originals | eines Originals | der Originale |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Original" in green — green = das (neuter). Picture the word written in green ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Das Original ist für Sie. Wir bekommen die Kopie.
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