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die Strafe
punishment, fine · عقوبة / غرامة
Is Strafe der, die, or das?
Strafe is feminine (die). The plural is Strafen.
No clear rule
There is no clear suffix or semantic rule for this noun's gender. It must be memorized as die Strafe.
Plural
die Strafen
Declension of die Strafe
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) | Plural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | die Strafe | eine Strafe | die Strafen |
| Akkusativ Accusative | die Strafe | eine Strafe | die Strafen |
| Dativ Dative | der Strafe | einer Strafe | den Strafen |
| Genitiv Genitive | der Strafe | einer Strafe | der Strafen |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Strafe" in red — red = die (feminine). Picture the word written in red ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Schwarzfahren kostet 60 Euro Strafe.
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