German noun
die Ruine
Plural: die RuinenEnglish: ruinB1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Ruine is die, so you say die Ruine. The plural form is die Ruinen. In English, it usually means ruin.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Ruine. The plural is die Ruinen. In English, Ruine usually means ruin.
Learner note
Do not memorize Ruine on its own — learn it as die Ruine. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Ruinen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Ruine?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Ruine.
What is the plural of Ruine?
The plural form is die Ruinen.
What does Ruine mean in English?
Ruine usually means ruin in English.