Kopf
Meaning and Usage
"Kopf" means "head" in German. It is used to refer to the physical head of a person or animal, as well as metaphorically to indicate the top or leading part of something.
Linguistic Analysis
"Kopf" is a noun and doesn't contain any prefixes or suffixes. It has its origin in Middle High German and Old High German as "koph."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Kopf" in German is similar to the English word "head" both in meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
In German culture, phrases using "Kopf" are quite common, such as "den Kopf verlieren" (to lose one's head) or "Kopf hoch" (chin up).
Example Sentences
- Er hat sich am Kopf gestoßen. (He bumped his head.)
- Sie hat den Kopf voller Ideen. (She is full of ideas.)
Memory Tips
Associate "Kopf" with the English word "head" to remember its meaning.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: Gehirn (brain), Haar (hair), Gesicht (face)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: masculine Plural: Köpfe