This lesson explains Dativ and Akkusativ usage with two objects in a sentence, focusing on word order rules like "Ich gebe dem Gast den Schlüssel" and pronoun placement in "Ich gebe es dem Gast."
- The dative object usually comes before the accusative object.
| Regel (Rule) | Beispiel (Example) |
|---|---|
| Dativ vor Akkusativ (Dative before accusative) | Ich gebe dem Gast den Schlüssel. (I give the guest the key.) |
| Akkusativ-Pronomen vor Dativ (Accusative pronoun before dative) | Ich gebe es dem Gast (I give it to the guest) |
Exceptions!
- With pronouns: the accusative object comes before the dative object, e.g. "Ich gebe es dir" (I give it to you).
Exercise 1: Dativ + Akkusativ: Ich gebe es dem Gast
Instruction: Fill in the correct word.
mir, die Reinigung, etwas, ein Handtuch, Ihnen, die Bar, euch, den Schlüssel
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice
Instruction: Choose the correct variant with two objects (dative + accusative) in each sentence. Pay special attention to the correct order and form of the objects.