Keller - Der Die Das
The correct article for Keller is "der".
English translation: cellar, basement
How to remember it?
To easily and effectively remember the article for a specific word, you can use a few techniques. Associate the word with a color and visualize the noun in that color. Audio hints also help - hearing the word in a masculine, feminine, or neutral voice can reinforce the correct article. Additionally, German has specific rules and patterns that can help you guess the article without memorizing it outright. Below are some tips specifically chosen for the word Keller.
Colors
Pick a color for each gender: blue for masculine nouns (der), red for feminine nouns (die), and green for neuter nouns (das).
Audio
This hint activates your sense of hearing. In Artikel Meister, each word is accompanied by a recording in a masculine voice (der), feminine voice (die), or a child’s voice (das). Engaging an additional sense helps you remember the correct article more effectively.
Listen to the word in a masculine voice.
It's a hint for masculine words (der)
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Rules
There are various rules to help you guess the article of a word without memorizing it. For a general overview, check them out here: Rules. Unfortunately, we couldn’t find a specific rule to determine the article for this example. For such cases, it’s best to learn the article by heart. We hope the other hints are still helpful!
Practical Examples and Usage
Discover how to use der Keller effectively in context.
Plural Form
The plural form of der Keller is die Keller.
Declension Table for All Grammar Cases
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Keller | die Keller |
| Accusative | den Keller | die Keller |
| Dative | dem Keller | den Kellern |
| Genitive | des Kellers | der Keller |
Example Sentences
- Ich muss in den Keller gehen, um einige Einmachgläser zu holen. (I need to go to the basement to get some mason jars.)
- Alle Keller in der Straße wurden durch das Hochwasser überschwemmt. (All basements in the street were flooded by the high water.)
- Das Licht im Keller ist kaputt. (The light in the basement is broken.)
Want to Learn More?
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