German noun
die Heimat
Plural: die HeimatenEnglish: home, homelandB2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Heimat is die, so you say die Heimat. The plural form is die Heimaten. In English, it usually means home, homeland.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Heimat. The plural is die Heimaten. In English, Heimat usually means home, homeland.
Learner note
Do not memorize Heimat on its own — learn it as die Heimat. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Heimaten.
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FAQ
What is the article for Heimat?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Heimat.
What is the plural of Heimat?
The plural form is die Heimaten.
What does Heimat mean in English?
Heimat usually means home, homeland in English.