Zug

train

Plural: die Zuge/tsuːk/

A masculine noun (der Zug) meaning 'train'. Also means 'move' (in chess) and 'draft' (of air). Plural: Züge with Umlaut.

Article	Plural	Pronunciation
der Zug	die Zuge	/tsuːk/

Example Sentences

Der Zug kommt um 10 Uhr.

The train arrives at 10 o'clock.

Wir nehmen den Zug nach München.

We're taking the train to Munich.

Der Zug hat Verspätung.

The train is delayed.

Zugfahrt (die) — train journey

Zugticket (das) — train ticket

Wrong plural: 'die Zugen'

✅ Correct: 'die Züge' — Umlaut + -e ending

Helpful tools for anyone learning German. No signup required.

92 grammar topics organized by CEFR level, from A1 beginner to C1 advanced. Each topic includes examples, common mistakes, and learning tips.

See how de-de works alongside popular German learning tools.

Master German sounds with IPA guides and practice tips.

German courses tailored to your goals.

Conjugation tables for the 100 most important German verbs.

Free interactive grammar exercises for every topic from A1 to C1.

10 daily news from Germany, adapted to your language level

AI German learning platform with error intelligence and pronunciation scoring.

Start your AI-powered German course today. No subscription — just your OpenAI API key (~$0.50/week).