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May 31, 2023 · There are 6 main types German plurals: -e, - (e)n, -er, -e + umlaut, -s, and no change. If you know the gender of the singular noun, you can accurately predict the correct plural about 80% of the time (<-- very good reason to learn nouns with their genders!)
This is a learning set for the plural version of German nouns. All information comes from Mosaik 1, Student's Edition.
German plurals actually have a lot in common with English. In English, most plurals are formed by adding -s to a noun (or at least a variation of that); German does something similar, there are just more variations.
- Fergus O'sullivan
A plural noun expresses that there is more than one person, object, idea etc. To form plural nouns in German, we can add -n/-en, -e, -r/-er, or -s to the end of the noun. The rules for plural noun formation in German grammar are listed below.
German Plural │ How to form the plural version of nouns in German? │ When do you use which ending? │ Nouns without plural & without singular
The English language generally has two forms for plural nouns, which involve adding either -s or -es to a noun. However, there are exceptions. In contrast, German has multiple types of plural formations. Sometimes, an ending is added to the singular noun to make it plural.
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Nov 23, 2023 · The most common German plural rules. English plural nouns are relatively easy to spot, as most end with-s. German plural forms are more diverse, as the following examples help to illustrate: Handtaschen (several handbags) Schuhe (two shoes) Rucksäcke (backpacks) Pullis (sweaters) Kinder (children) Fahrerinnen (female driver/drivers)
