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der Schlüssel
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Is Schlüssel der, die, or das?
Schlüssel is masculine (der). The plural is Schlüssel.
No clear rule
There is no clear suffix or semantic rule for this noun's gender. It must be memorized as der Schlüssel.
Plural
die Schlüssel
Declension of der Schlüssel
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) | Plural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Schlüssel | ein Schlüssel | die Schlüssel |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Schlüssel | einen Schlüssel | die Schlüssel |
| Dativ Dative | dem Schlüssel | einem Schlüssel | den Schlüsseln |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Schlüssels | eines Schlüssels | der Schlüssel |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Schlüssel" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Ich habe meinen Schlüssel verloren.
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