German noun
die Abteilung
Quick answer
The correct German article for Abteilung is die, so you say die Abteilung. The plural form is die Abteilungen. In English, it usually means department, division.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Abteilung. The plural is die Abteilungen. In English, Abteilung usually means department, division.
Learner note
Do not memorize Abteilung on its own — learn it as die Abteilung. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Abteilungen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Abteilung?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Abteilung.
What is the plural of Abteilung?
The plural form is die Abteilungen.
What does Abteilung mean in English?
Abteilung usually means department, division in English.