Garten
Meaning and Usage
"Garten" in German translates to "garden" in English. It refers to a piece of land, often attached to a house, where flowers, plants, and vegetables are grown for ornamental or practical purposes.
Linguistic Analysis
"Garten" does not have any prefixes or suffixes. It is a noun and is derived from the Old High German word "gart" which means "enclosure."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Garten" is similar to the English word "garden" in both meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
Gardens are highly valued in German culture, with many people taking pride in maintaining their gardens. It is common for houses in Germany to have a well-tended garden.
Example Sentences
- Der Garten blüht im Frühling wunderschön. (The garden blooms beautifully in spring.)
- Wir haben einen Gemüsegarten hinter dem Haus. (We have a vegetable garden behind the house.)
Memory Tips
Associate the word "Garten" with the English word "garden" to help remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
- der Blumengarten (flower garden)
- der Vorgarten (front yard)
- der Rosengarten (rose garden)
- die Gartenschau (garden show)
Gender and Plural
Gender: masculine Plural: die Gärten
Conjugation
N/A (Garten is a noun, so it does not have a conjugation)