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Questions & Answers about Ich habe einen Freund.
Why is it einen Freund instead of ein Freund?
Because Freund is a masculine noun in accusative position (it follows the verb haben, which takes a direct object). The accusative indefinite article for a masculine singular noun is einen, not ein.
Can Freund also mean boyfriend, or does it only mean friend?
Freund can mean both friend (male friend) in a general sense and boyfriend in a romantic sense. Usually the context or extra details will clarify whether you’re talking about just a friend or a romantic partner.
How do I pronounce Freund correctly?
The eu in Freund sounds similar to the oy in boy. The final d in standard German is voiced, but in some dialects it may sound a bit like a t.
What is the difference between Ich habe einen Freund and Ich habe Freunde?
Ich habe einen Freund means "I have one (male) friend" (or "I have a boyfriend" depending on context), while Ich habe Freunde means "I have friends" (plural), referring to more than one friend.