Idee
Meaning and Usage
"Idee" in German means "idea" in English. It refers to a concept or thought formed by mental activity, often used to express a plan or suggestion.
Linguistic Analysis
"Idee" comes from the Latin word "idea" and has been adopted into German with the same meaning. There are no specific prefixes or suffixes in this word.
Comparisons between German and English
"Idee" is similar to its English counterpart "idea" both in meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, the concept of "Idee" is highly regarded, particularly in fields like philosophy, art, and business, where original and innovative ideas are valued.
Example Sentences
- Ihre Idee hat das Projekt vorangebracht. (Her idea has pushed the project forward.)
- Ich habe eine großartige Idee für unser nächstes Projekt. (I have a great idea for our next project.)
Memory Tips
Associate "Idee" with the English word "idea" and recall that they both represent the concept of a thought or plan.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Gedanke (thought)
- der Einfall (brainwave, notion)
- die Konzeption (conception, conceptualization)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: feminine Plural: Ideen
Conjugation (for verbs)
Since "Idee" is a noun, it doesn't have a conjugated form.