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How do you say "extra" in German?

das Extra

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In German, "extra" is das Extra.

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Pronunciation

Pronounced 'EX-trah', stress on the first syllable, virtually identical to the English word.

Grammar notes

das Extra is neuter. Plural: das Extras.

Example sentence

Er bestellte einen zusätzlichen Teller Pommes.

He ordered an extra plate of fries.

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How to remember das Extra

Extra is spelled exactly the same in both languages, so this one is essentially free.

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Questions about das Extra

How do you say "extra" in German?

In German, "extra" is das Extra. It is a noun.

Is das Extra masculine, feminine, or neuter?

das Extra is neuter. Plural: das Extras.

How is das Extra used in a sentence?

Use das Extra as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Er bestellte einen zusätzlichen Teller Pommes. (He ordered an extra plate of fries.).

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