In German

Gesicht

Meaning: face

Example sentences

  • SiehateinfreundlichesGesicht.

    She has a friendly face.

  • ErwäschtsichdasGesicht.

    He washes his face.

  • IhrGesichtwirdrot.

    Her face turns red.

Grammar note

“Das Gesicht” is neuter with an irregular plural: “die Gesichter”, adding “-er”.

Common mistake

Don't say “der Gesicht” or “die Gesicht” — it's neuter: “das Gesicht”.

Quick check

Which word means “face”?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the plural of “Gesicht”?

“Die Gesichter”.

What gender is “Gesicht”?

Neuter: “das Gesicht”.