Noun
der Rubin
Pronunciation: /ʁuˈbiːn/
ruby (gem)
C1
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plural Rubine
Meanings
Noun
- ruby (gem)
Example sentence
Rubine gehören zu den schönsten Edelsteinen der Welt.
Rubies are among the most beautiful gems in the world.
Word forms
singular
der Rubin
plural
die Rubine
The four cases
Singular
Nominativeder Rubin
Accusativeden Rubin
Dativedem Rubin
Genitivedes Rubins
Plural
Nominativedie Rubine
Accusativedie Rubine
Dativeden Rubinen
Genitiveder Rubine
Usage
- ein Ring mit einem Rubin — A ring with a ruby gemstone; mit takes dative.
- Rubin / Rubine — One ruby versus rubies; the plural adds -e.
Der Rubin in der Brosche leuchtet tiefrot.
The ruby in the brooch gleams deep red.