German noun
die Hefe
Plural: die HefenEnglish: yeastA2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Hefe is die, so you say die Hefe. The plural form is die Hefen. In English, it usually means yeast.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Hefe. The plural is die Hefen. In English, Hefe usually means yeast.
Learner note
Do not memorize Hefe on its own — learn it as die Hefe. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Hefen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Hefe?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Hefe.
What is the plural of Hefe?
The plural form is die Hefen.
What does Hefe mean in English?
Hefe usually means yeast in English.