Mund
Meaning and Usage
The German word "Mund" translates to "mouth" in English. It is commonly used to refer to the physical part of the face used for eating, speaking, and making sounds.
Linguistic Analysis
"Mund" is a masculine noun. It does not have any specific prefixes or suffixes and its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "mund," meaning "mouth."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Mund" is similar to its English counterpart "mouth" both in meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
In German culture, the word "Mund" can be used in various idiomatic expressions and proverbs, adding color and imagery to the language.
Example Sentences
- Halte deinen Mund, wenn du isst. (Keep your mouth closed when you eat.)
- Sie flüsterte ihm etwas ins Ohr, ohne ihre Worte laut aus dem Mund kommen zu lassen. (She whispered something in his ear without letting her words come out of her mouth.)
Memory Tips
To remember the word "Mund," think of a "mouth" as the opening through which sound and food come out.
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Lippe (lip)
- Die Zähne (teeth)
- Die Zunge (tongue)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: Masculine Plural: Die Münder
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable as "Mund" is a noun.