German noun
die Not
Plural: die NöteEnglish: needB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Not is die, so you say die Not. The plural form is die Nöte. In English, it usually means need.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Not. The plural is die Nöte. In English, Not usually means need.
Learner note
Do not memorize Not on its own — learn it as die Not. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Nöte.
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FAQ
What is the article for Not?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Not.
What is the plural of Not?
The plural form is die Nöte.
What does Not mean in English?
Not usually means need in English.