Geld

money

Plural: die Gelder/ɡɛlt/

A neuter noun (das Geld). Germany is still largely a cash society — 'Nur Bargeld' (cash only) signs are common. Many restaurants don't accept cards.

Article	Plural	Pronunciation
das Geld	die Gelder	/ɡɛlt/

Example Sentences

Ich habe kein Geld dabei.

I don't have any money on me.

Das kostet viel Geld.

That costs a lot of money.

Kann ich mit Karte zahlen oder nur Bargeld?

Can I pay by card or cash only?

Bargeld (das) — cash

Taschengeld (das) — pocket money

Wrong article: 'der Geld'

✅ Geld is neuter: 'das Geld'

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