Kollege
colleague
A masculine noun (der Kollege) with n-declension: den/dem Kollegen. The feminine form is 'die Kollegin'. One of the most common n-declension nouns in everyday German.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| der Kollege | die Kollegen | /kɔˈleːɡə/ |
Example Sentences
Mein Kollege hilft mir oft.
My colleague often helps me.
Ich kenne den Kollegen seit zwei Jahren.
I've known the colleague for two years.
Die Kollegen sind sehr freundlich.
The colleagues are very friendly.
Common Mistakes
Forgetting n-declension: 'Ich frage den Kollege'
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