Einzel

Meaning and Usage

The word "Einzel" in German translates to "single" or "individual" in English. It is commonly used to refer to something solitary or individual, such as a single item or a person.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "Einzel" originates from the Middle High German word "einzel," which means "separate" or "individual." It is derived from the German word "einzeln," which means "single" or "individually," and is ultimately connected to the prefix "ein-" meaning "one."

Comparisons between German and English

The word "Einzel" is similar to its English counterpart "single" in both meaning and usage.

Cultural Context

In German culture, the word "Einzel" is commonly used in various contexts, such as in sports to refer to a single match or competition.

Example Sentences

1. Er kaufte nur ein Einzel dieser limitierten Edition.
2. Sie gewann das Einzel und das Doppel beim Turnier.

Memory Tips

To remember the meaning of "Einzel," think of it as "ein" (one) and "zel" (similar to "singular" in English).

Additional Vocabulary

• die Einzelheit (the detail)
• einzeln (individually)
• die Einzelperson (the individual)

Gender and Plural (for nouns)

Noun: das Einzel (neuter) Plural: die Einzel

Conjugation (for verbs)

This word is not a verb, so it does not have conjugations.