Learn how to correctly order Dativ and Akkusativ objects in German sentences, using examples like 'dem Gast' (dative) and 'den Schlüssel' (accusative), plus the key verb 'geben'.
- Some verbs always require a dative + accusative, e.g. geben
- Word order: 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. |
Akkusativ-Pronomen vor Dativ (Accusative pronoun before dative) | Ich gebe ihn dem Gast. |
Exceptions!
- With pronouns: the accusative comes before the dative, e.g. 'Ich gebe es dir.'
Exercise 1: Sätze mit zwei Objekten (Dativ + Akkusativ)
Instruction: Fill in the correct word.
etwas, das Handtuch, die Bar, uns, mir, euch, den Regenschirm, die Reinigung, ein Taxi, Ihnen, dir, den Schlüssel, ein Handtuch
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice
Instruction: Choose the correct sentence with dative and accusative objects in each block. Pay special attention to the correct order and the use of pronouns to identify typical errors with dative and accusative objects.