German noun
die Materie
Plural: die MaterienEnglish: matter, subject matterC1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Materie is die, so you say die Materie. The plural form is die Materien. In English, it usually means matter, subject matter.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Materie. The plural is die Materien. In English, Materie usually means matter, subject matter.
Learner note
Do not memorize Materie on its own — learn it as die Materie. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Materien.
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FAQ
What is the article for Materie?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Materie.
What is the plural of Materie?
The plural form is die Materien.
What does Materie mean in English?
Materie usually means matter, subject matter in English.