Füße
Meaning and Usage
"Füße" is the German word for "feet" in English. It refers to the body part located at the end of the legs, used for standing, walking, running, and balance.
Linguistic Analysis
"Füße" is the plural form of the German word "Fuß," which means "foot." The word "Fuß" is derived from the Old High German "fuoz" and is related to the English word "foot."
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "Füße" is similar to its English equivalent "feet" in both meaning and usage.
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, it is customary to take off your shoes when entering someone's home as a sign of respect and hygiene. This cultural practice emphasizes the importance of feet in maintaining cleanliness indoors.
Example Sentences
- Meine Füße tun nach dem langen Spaziergang weh. (My feet hurt after the long walk.)
- Sie trug offene Sandalen und zeigte stolz ihre gepflegten Füße. (She wore open sandals and proudly showed her well-groomed feet.)
Memory Tips
To remember the word "Füße," you can associate it with the English word "feet" and visualize a pair of feet walking or standing.
Additional Vocabulary
- German: Fuß (singular), Beine (legs), Zehen (toes)
- English: foot (singular), legs, toes
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: masculine Plural: die Füße
Conjugation (for verbs)
The word "Füße" is a noun and does not have a verb conjugation.