noun
mountain
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Berg is a masculine noun meaning 'mountain'. Singular: der Berg, genitive des Berges. Plural regularly Berge; dative plural uses den Bergen. Use masculine articles and adjectives accordingly. No reflexivity or auxiliary. Common in geography and compounds (Berg‑). Pronunciation and declension are regular for masculine nouns with -es genitive.
Examples
Der Berg ist heute von Wolken bedeckt.
The mountain is covered in clouds today.
Der Berg ist fast 3000 m hoch.
The mountain is almost 3000 m high.
Die Wanderer stiegen auf den Berg, obwohl das Wetter im Laufe des Tages schlechter wurde.
The hikers climbed the mountain, although the weather became worse during the day.
Details
Mnemonics
Imagine a tall peak labeled 'BERG' with hikers at the base
DER Berg: imagine a strong, solid 'der' sign planted on the mountain (masculine).
Notes
Common masculine noun. Plural: 'Berge'.