German noun
die Idee
Plural: die IdeenEnglish: ideaA2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Idee is die, so you say die Idee. The plural form is die Ideen. In English, it usually means idea.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Idee. The plural is die Ideen. In English, Idee usually means idea.
Learner note
Do not memorize Idee on its own — learn it as die Idee. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Ideen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Idee?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Idee.
What is the plural of Idee?
The plural form is die Ideen.
What does Idee mean in English?
Idee usually means idea in English.