In German

Ananas

Meaning: pineapple

Example sentences

  • DieAnanasistsüßundsauer.

    The pineapple is sweet and sour.

  • IchkaufeeinefrischeAnanas.

    I'm buying a fresh pineapple.

  • AnanaspasstgutzuSchinken.

    Pineapple goes well with ham.

Grammar note

“Die Ananas” is feminine. Unusually, the plural often stays “die Ananas” too, though “die Ananasse” also exists.

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Ananas” with “Banane” (banana) just because both are tropical fruit words — they share no root.

Quick check

Which German word means “pineapple”?

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Frequently asked questions

Is “Ananas” masculine, feminine or neuter?

Feminine: “die Ananas”.

What is the plural of “Ananas”?

Often “die Ananas” unchanged, or “die Ananasse”.