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der Schnee
snow · ثلج
Is Schnee der, die, or das?
Schnee 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 Schnee.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of der Schnee
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Schnee | ein Schnee |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Schnee | einen Schnee |
| Dativ Dative | dem Schnee | einem Schnee |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Schnees | eines Schnees |
Memory Tip
Weather phenomena are usually masculine (der).
Example Sentences
In den Bergen liegt viel Schnee.
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