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no plural
der Tod
death · موت
Is Tod der, die, or das?
Tod 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 Tod.
Plural
This noun is used only in the singular form.
Declension of der Tod
| Case | Definite (singular) | Indefinite (singular) |
|---|---|---|
| Nominativ Nominative | der Tod | ein Tod |
| Akkusativ Accusative | den Tod | einen Tod |
| Dativ Dative | dem Tod | einem Tod |
| Genitiv Genitive | des Todes | eines Todes |
Memory Tip
Visualize "Tod" in blue — blue = der (masculine). Picture the word written in blue ink to remember its gender.
Example Sentences
Ich habe ihn vor seinem Tod noch einmal gesehen.
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