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German noun

das Heim

Plural: die HeimeEnglish: homeB1Very common

Quick answer

The correct German article for Heim is das, so you say das Heim. The plural form is die Heime. In English, it usually means home.

Article
das
Singular
Heim
Plural
die Heime
English
home
CEFR
B1

Meaning and usage

The correct article is das, so you say das Heim. The plural is die Heime. In English, Heim usually means home.

Learner note

Do not memorize Heim on its own — learn it as das Heim. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Heime.

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FAQ

What is the article for Heim?

The correct article is das, so the full noun is das Heim.

What is the plural of Heim?

The plural form is die Heime.

What does Heim mean in English?

Heim usually means home in English.

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