Kind in every case
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Kind | die Kinder |
| Accusative | das Kind | die Kinder |
| Dative | dem Kind | den Kindern |
| Genitive | des Kindes | der Kinder |
Kind in use
- A1
Das Kind spielt im Garten.
The child is playing in the garden.
- A1
Habt ihr Kinder?
Do you have children?
- A1
Ich lese den Kindern eine Geschichte vor.
I read the children a story.
plural, dative: Kinder + n
- B1
Der Name des Kindes ist Mia.
The child's name is Mia.
Phrases
- der Kindergartennursery school
Good to know
- The final d sounds like t: [kɪnt].
- Dative plural adds -n: mit den Kindern.
Remember it for good.
In Ziplex you see words like Kind 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 Kind?
It's das Kind. Kind is neuter, and the plural is die Kinder.
What does Kind mean?
Kind means child in English.
What is the plural of Kind?
The plural is die Kinder. In the plural the article is always die (nominative).