German noun
die Nelke
Plural: die NelkenEnglish: cloveB2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Nelke is die, so you say die Nelke. The plural form is die Nelken. In English, it usually means clove.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Nelke. The plural is die Nelken. In English, Nelke usually means clove.
Learner note
Do not memorize Nelke on its own — learn it as die Nelke. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Nelken.
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FAQ
What is the article for Nelke?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Nelke.
What is the plural of Nelke?
The plural form is die Nelken.
What does Nelke mean in English?
Nelke usually means clove in English.