das Geschenk, -e
Meaning and Usage
"Das Geschenk" in German means "the gift" in English. It refers to something that is given to someone as a present to express love, gratitude, or goodwill.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Geschenk" is a noun and its plural form is "Geschenke." It does not have any specific prefixes or suffixes. The word has its origins in Middle High German and Old High German, where "geskenke" meant "gift" or "present."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Geschenk" is related to the English word "gift," showing a clear similarity with a slightly different pronunciation.
Cultural Context
Giving gifts is an important part of German culture, especially during holidays and celebrations. It is considered a thoughtful gesture to express appreciation and strengthen personal connections.
Example Sentences
- Ich habe ihr ein wunderschönes Geschenk zum Geburtstag gekauft. (I bought her a beautiful gift for her birthday.)
- Die Kinder freuten sich über die Geschenke unter dem Weihnachtsbaum. (The children were happy about the gifts under the Christmas tree.)
Memory Tips
Associate "Geschenk" with the English word "gift" to remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Überraschung (surprise)
- schenken (to give)
- erhalten (to receive)
Gender and Plural
Gender: neuter Plural: die Geschenke
Conjugation
N/A (Nouns do not have conjugations; this section is for verbs.)