German noun
das Schachmatt
Plural: die SchachmattsEnglish: checkmateC1Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Schachmatt is das, so you say das Schachmatt. The plural form is die Schachmatts. In English, it usually means checkmate.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is das, so you say das Schachmatt. The plural is die Schachmatts. In English, Schachmatt usually means checkmate.
Learner note
Do not memorize Schachmatt on its own — learn it as das Schachmatt. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Schachmatts.
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FAQ
What is the article for Schachmatt?
The correct article is das, so the full noun is das Schachmatt.
What is the plural of Schachmatt?
The plural form is die Schachmatts.
What does Schachmatt mean in English?
Schachmatt usually means checkmate in English.