Quart
Meaning and Usage
"Quart" in German refers to a quart, which is a unit of measurement equal to two pints or approximately 0.95 liters. It is commonly used in the context of measuring liquids.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Quart" has its roots in Latin, from the word "quartus," meaning "fourth." In German, it is a singular noun.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "quart" has a similar meaning in both German and English, referring to a unit of measurement for liquids. The spelling and pronunciation are also quite similar.
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, the term "Quart" is used to measure liquids, especially in traditional contexts such as recipes or beverages.
Example Sentences
- Eine Quart Milch, bitte. (A quart of milk, please.)
- Das Rezept verlangt eine Quart Sahne. (The recipe calls for a quart of cream.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "Quart," think of the word "quarter" in English, which shares the same Latin root "quartus" and represents a fraction or measurement.
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Hälfte (the half)
- Das Liter (the liter)
- Der Liter (the liter)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Noun: das Quart (neuter) Plural: die Quarts
Conjugation (for verbs)
N/A - "Quart" is a noun and does not have a verb conjugation.