der Rucksack
backpack
How do you say “backpack” in German? It’s der Rucksack. See the pronunciation, an example sentence and a memory tip.
Articleder
Pluraldie Rucksäcke
Pronunciationder RUKS-zak
Example
Mein Rucksack ist sehr schwer.
My backpack is very heavy.
Memory tip
RUKS sounds like 'ruck' — imagine a rugby ruck with players wearing backpacks → rucksack = backpack.
Frequently asked questions
Is «Rucksack» der, die or das?
The correct article for «Rucksack» is der.
What is the plural of «Rucksack»?
The plural is die Rucksäcke.
Words in this topic: School & Education
German nouns with the article der →