German noun
die Herkunft
Plural: die HerkünfteEnglish: originB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Herkunft is die, so you say die Herkunft. The plural form is die Herkünfte. In English, it usually means origin.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Herkunft. The plural is die Herkünfte. In English, Herkunft usually means origin.
Learner note
Do not memorize Herkunft on its own — learn it as die Herkunft. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Herkünfte.
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FAQ
What is the article for Herkunft?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Herkunft.
What is the plural of Herkunft?
The plural form is die Herkünfte.
What does Herkunft mean in English?
Herkunft usually means origin in English.