German noun
die Initiative
Plural: die InitiativenEnglish: initiativeC1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Initiative is die, so you say die Initiative. The plural form is die Initiativen. In English, it usually means initiative.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Initiative. The plural is die Initiativen. In English, Initiative usually means initiative.
Learner note
Do not memorize Initiative on its own — learn it as die Initiative. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Initiativen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Initiative?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Initiative.
What is the plural of Initiative?
The plural form is die Initiativen.
What does Initiative mean in English?
Initiative usually means initiative in English.