German noun
die Akte
Plural: die AktenEnglish: file, case fileB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Akte is die, so you say die Akte. The plural form is die Akten. In English, it usually means file, case file.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Akte. The plural is die Akten. In English, Akte usually means file, case file.
Learner note
Do not memorize Akte on its own — learn it as die Akte. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Akten.
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FAQ
What is the article for Akte?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Akte.
What is the plural of Akte?
The plural form is die Akten.
What does Akte mean in English?
Akte usually means file, case file in English.