Possessive articles
Words like mein, dein, and sein show belonging, but they also change with gender, number, and case.
Examples
GermanTranslation
Meine Schwester sucht ihren Schlüssel.
My sister is looking for her key.
Unser Zug kommt um neun.
Our train arrives at nine.
Ist das deine Tasche?
Is that your bag?
Pattern
possessive article + noun
How it works
Words like mein, dein, and sein show belonging, but they also change with gender, number, and case. This pattern typically appears as possessive article + noun and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- The possessive article changes shape depending on the noun that follows.
- It also reflects who the owner is.
Why it matters
Start with the highest-frequency verb patterns and the first visible case contrasts.
Use in context
This is a practical early topic because beginners constantly talk about family, belongings, and daily objects.