German noun
das Plätzchen
Plural: die PlätzchenEnglish: cookie, biscuitA2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Plätzchen is das, so you say das Plätzchen. The plural form is die Plätzchen. In English, it usually means cookie, biscuit.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is das, so you say das Plätzchen. The plural is die Plätzchen. In English, Plätzchen usually means cookie, biscuit.
Learner note
Do not memorize Plätzchen on its own — learn it as das Plätzchen. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Plätzchen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Plätzchen?
The correct article is das, so the full noun is das Plätzchen.
What is the plural of Plätzchen?
The plural form is die Plätzchen.
What does Plätzchen mean in English?
Plätzchen usually means cookie, biscuit in English.