Ursache - Der Die Das
The correct article for Ursache is "die".
English translation: cause
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 Ursache.
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 feminine voice.
It's a hint for feminine words (die)
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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. Here is the rule to help you to remember the article for the word Ursache:
For words that consist of several combined nouns, the article is always determined by the last part. Ursache takes the article die, just like Sache.
Practical Examples and Usage
Discover how to use die Ursache effectively in context.
Plural Form
The plural form of die Ursache is die Ursachen.
Declension Table for All Grammar Cases
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Ursache | die Ursachen |
| Accusative | die Ursache | die Ursachen |
| Dative | der Ursache | den Ursachen |
| Genitive | der Ursache | der Ursachen |
Example Sentences
- Die Ursache des Problems ist noch unbekannt. (The cause of the problem is still unknown.)
- Die Ursachen für diese Situation sind vielfältig. (The causes of this situation are multiple.)
- Wir müssen den Ursachen auf den Grund gehen. (We have to get to the bottom of the causes.)
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