die CD
Meaning and Usage
Die CD in German refers to a compact disc, used for storing digital data such as music, videos, or computer files.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "CD" is an abbreviation for "Compact Disc." In German, it is a feminine noun, and the plural form is "die CDs."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "CD" is an initialism and is used in the same way in both German and English.
Cultural Context
The CD revolutionized the way music and digital data were stored and played, marking a significant shift away from the use of cassette tapes and vinyl records.
Example Sentences
- Ich habe mir eine neue CD gekauft. (I bought a new CD.)
- Die CDs sind auf dem Regal. (The CDs are on the shelf.)
Memory Tips
To remember the word "die CD," think of it as an abbreviation for "compact disc" in German.
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Musik-CD (music CD)
- Die Daten-CD (data CD)
- Die CD-Sammlung (CD collection)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: feminine
- Plural: die CDs
Conjugation (for verbs)
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