German noun
das Gegenstück
Plural: die GegenstückeEnglish: counterpartB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Gegenstück is das, so you say das Gegenstück. The plural form is die Gegenstücke. In English, it usually means counterpart.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is das, so you say das Gegenstück. The plural is die Gegenstücke. In English, Gegenstück usually means counterpart.
Learner note
Do not memorize Gegenstück on its own — learn it as das Gegenstück. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Gegenstücke.
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FAQ
What is the article for Gegenstück?
The correct article is das, so the full noun is das Gegenstück.
What is the plural of Gegenstück?
The plural form is die Gegenstücke.
What does Gegenstück mean in English?
Gegenstück usually means counterpart in English.