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