German noun
die Arbeit
Plural: die ArbeitenEnglish: work, job, taskA1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Arbeit is die, so you say die Arbeit. The plural form is die Arbeiten. In English, it usually means work, job, task.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Arbeit. The plural is die Arbeiten. In English, Arbeit usually means work, job.
Learner note
Do not memorize Arbeit on its own — learn it as die Arbeit. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Arbeiten.
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FAQ
What is the article for Arbeit?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Arbeit.
What is the plural of Arbeit?
The plural form is die Arbeiten.
What does Arbeit mean in English?
Arbeit usually means work, job, task in English.