die Butter
Meaning and Usage
"Die Butter" in German refers to "butter" in English. It is a commonly used noun to describe the dairy product commonly used in cooking and for spreading on bread.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Butter" is a feminine noun in German. It does not have any prefix or suffix and its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German "butera".
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Butter" is very similar to its English counterpart both in meaning and pronunciation, making it relatively easy for English speakers to remember and use.
Cultural Context
In German culture, butter is a staple ingredient in many traditional recipes, such as the famous "Butterkuchen" (butter cake) or "Butterbrezel" (butter pretzel).
Example Sentences
- Ich mag meine Toast mit Butter. (I like my toast with butter.)
- In Deutschland wird Butter oft zum Backen verwendet. (In Germany, butter is often used for baking.)
Memory Tips
Associate the word with the image of butter, or think of the similarity in pronunciation with the English word "butter" to help remember its meaning.
Additional Vocabulary
- das Brot (the bread)
- der Käse (the cheese)
- die Milch (the milk)
Gender and Plural
Gender: feminine Plural: die Butter
Conjugation
Not applicable as it is a noun, not a verb.