noun
king
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King: denotes a male monarch or sovereign. Noun is masculine (der König). Plural is die Könige. Genitive singular forms des Königs add -s. Watch the Umlaut in spelling and typical strong declension patterns in singular: der König, den König, dem König. Common, no irregular plural.
Examples
Der König regiert das Land.
The king rules the country.
Der König regierte das Land vor mehreren Jahrhunderten.
The king ruled the country several centuries ago.
Während des Festes wurden Reden über den König gehalten, weil er gerade eine wichtige Entscheidung verkündete.
During the celebration, speeches were made about the king because he had just announced an important decision.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture a man with a crown and scepter sitting on a throne — the König.
Think 'king' — similar concept in English.
Masculine noun: use 'der' (der König).
Notes
König refers to a male monarch or historical ruler. Feminine counterpart is Königin.