In German

Kinn

Meaning: chin

Example sentences

  • ErhateinkräftigesKinn.

    He has a strong chin.

  • SiestütztdasKinnaufdieHand.

    She rests her chin on her hand.

  • MeinKinntutweh.

    My chin hurts.

Grammar note

“Das Kinn” is neuter. It's rarely used in the plural, since people normally have and talk about just one chin.

Common mistake

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does “Kinn” have a plural?

Rarely used — “die Kinne” exists technically, but people almost always talk about “das Kinn” in the singular.

What gender is “Kinn”?

Neuter: “das Kinn”.