Erde in every case
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Erde | – |
| Accusative | die Erde | – |
| Dative | der Erde | – |
| Genitive | der Erde | – |
Erde in use
- B1
Die Erde dreht sich um die Sonne.
The Earth goes round the sun.
- B1
Die Kinder spielen in der Erde.
The children are playing in the dirt.
- B2
Das Glas ist auf die Erde gefallen.
The glass fell on the ground.
auf + Akkusativ (direction)
Good to know
- die Erde = planet and soil.
- auf der Erde = on Earth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it der, die or das Erde?
It's die Erde. Erde is feminine.
What does Erde mean?
Erde means earth, the Earth, soil, ground in English.
Does Erde have a plural?
Erde is normally used in the singular only.