The definite article ("the") in the accusative case
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The definite article ("the") in the accusative case
Reminder: we use the definite article (der, die, das, etc.) when a person or thing is already known or has already been mentioned.
Magda begrüßt den Mitarbeiter.
Magda greets the staff member.
This is how the definite article changes form in the accusative case. Akkusativ
| Artikel | Nomen | |
|---|---|---|
| maskulin | DEN | den Mann |
| feminin | DIE | die Frau |
| neutrum | DAS | das Haus |
| Plural | DIE | die Männer, die Frauen, die Häuser |
Ich kenne den Mann.
I know the man.
Ich rufe die Frau an.
I'm giving the woman a call.
Ich mag die Häuser in Wien.
I like the houses in Vienna.
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