Rand
Meaning and Usage
"Rand" in German refers to the edge or border of something. It can also mean margin, outskirts, or periphery.
Linguistic Analysis
"Rand" is a noun in German and does not have any prefixes or suffixes. Its etymology can be traced back to Middle High German and Old High German, where it had similar meanings.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Rand" in German is similar in meaning to the English word "edge" or "margin."
Cultural Context
In German, "am Rand" (at the edge) can also be used figuratively to mean on the outskirts or periphery of something, such as society or a group.
Example Sentences
- Der Stein liegt am Rand des Weges. (The stone lies at the edge of the path.)
- Die Stadt erstreckt sich bis zum Rand des Tals. (The city extends to the edge of the valley.)
Memory Tips
Associate "Rand" with "edge" or "margin" to remember its meaning.
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Kante (edge)
- Der Saum (hem, edge)
- Die Grenze (border)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: masculine
- Plural: die Ränder
Conjugation (for verbs)
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