German noun
der Einkauf
Plural: die EinkäufeEnglish: shopping, purchaseA1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Einkauf is der, so you say der Einkauf. The plural form is die Einkäufe. In English, it usually means shopping, purchase.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is der, so you say der Einkauf. The plural is die Einkäufe. In English, Einkauf usually means shopping, purchase.
Learner note
Do not memorize Einkauf on its own — learn it as der Einkauf. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Einkäufe.
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FAQ
What is the article for Einkauf?
The correct article is der, so the full noun is der Einkauf.
What is the plural of Einkauf?
The plural form is die Einkäufe.
What does Einkauf mean in English?
Einkauf usually means shopping, purchase in English.