Wondering what is the correct article of Gold (gold)? Gold is a neuter noun, so the correct German article is das: das Gold.
Why is it neuter? As part of the Der Die Das Book’s Zoo of Rules Methodology, this noun falls under the gold rule!
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Why is “Gold” neuter?
A golden rule – all pure metals are neuter!
Declension of “Gold” in German
| Case | Article + Noun | Example Sentence |
| Nominative | das Gold | Das Gold glänzt im Licht.(The gold shines in the light.) |
| Accusative | das Gold | Ich sehe das Gold in der Vitrine.(I see the gold in the showcase.) |
| Dative | dem Gold | Mit dem Gold schmückt man die Ringe.(With the gold, people decorate the rings.) |
| Genitive | des Goldes | Die Reinheit des Goldes ist beeindruckend.(The purity of the gold is impressive.) |
Short Paragraph Using Different Cases
Here is a short paragraph using different cases for “das Gold” in German, along with its English translation:
German:
Das Gold liegt in einer sicheren Truhe.
Ich bewundere das Gold im Museum.
Mit dem Gold wurden schöne Schmuckstücke gefertigt.
Der Glanz des Goldes fasziniert die Besucher.
English Translation:
The gold lies in a secure chest.
I admire the gold in the museum.
Beautiful pieces of jewelry were made with the gold.
The shine of the gold fascinates the visitors.