der Eingang
Meaning and Usage
"Der Eingang" in German refers to the entrance or entry, typically into a building, room, or area.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Eingang" is a compound noun, formed by the combination of the prefix "ein-" (in this context, indicating movement into something) and the noun "Gang" (which means path or corridor). The "-ang" part comes from the Old High German word "gang," which means "a going, a walk."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Eingang" in German is similar to the English word "entrance," both in meaning and structure.
Cultural Context
In German culture, "der Eingang" is commonly used to denote the entrance to various places such as buildings, parks, or public spaces.
Example Sentences
- Der Eingang zur Bibliothek befindet sich auf der linken Seite. (The entrance to the library is on the left side.)
- Sie standen am Eingang des Theaters und warteten auf ihre Freunde. (They stood at the entrance of the theater, waiting for their friends.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "der Eingang," you can imagine walking into a place through an entrance, associating the word with the act of entering.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Tür (door)
- die Zufahrt (driveway)
- die Schranke (barrier, gate)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: masculine Plural: die Eingänge
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable as "der Eingang" is a noun.