Ei in every case
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Ei | die Eier |
| Accusative | das Ei | die Eier |
| Dative | dem Ei | den Eiern |
| Genitive | des Eies | der Eier |
Ei in use
- A1
Zum Frühstück esse ich ein Ei.
I have an egg for breakfast.
- A1
Wir brauchen sechs Eier für den Kuchen.
We need six eggs for the cake.
- A2
Das Ei ist noch zu weich.
The egg is still too soft.
Phrases
- das Spiegeleifried egg
Good to know
- Neuter: das Ei, plural die Eier.
- Don't mix up: das Eis = ice cream.
Remember it for good.
In Ziplex you see words like Ei in short German posts at your level, and practise der, die and das in a fun word game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it der, die or das Ei?
It's das Ei. Ei is neuter, and the plural is die Eier.
What does Ei mean?
Ei means egg in English.
What is the plural of Ei?
The plural is die Eier. In the plural the article is always die (nominative).