Haus
house
One of the first words every German learner encounters. 'Haus' is neuter (das), which surprises many learners since houses feel 'big' and 'strong'. German loves building compound words with Haus — there are dozens in everyday use.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| das Haus | die Hauser | /haʊs/ |
Example Sentences
Das Haus ist sehr groß.
The house is very big.
Wir haben ein neues Haus gekauft.
We bought a new house.
Die Häuser in dieser Straße sind sehr alt.
The houses on this street are very old.
Compound Words
Haustür (die) — front door
Hausaufgabe (die) — homework
Haustier (das) — pet
Common Mistakes
Using wrong article: 'der Haus' or 'die Haus'
Wrong plural: 'die Hause'
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