Stimme
Meaning and Usage
"Stimme" in German means "voice" or "vote" depending on the context. It can refer to the sound produced by the larynx, or it can be used to indicate one's opinion or the act of voting.
Linguistic Analysis
"Stimme" is a noun in German. It doesn't have a prefix or suffix, and its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "stimma."
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "Stimme" translates to "voice" in English, but can also have the additional meaning of "vote," which the English word doesn't usually have.
Cultural Context
In the context of voting, "Stimme" is commonly used in political and democratic settings, such as during elections or decision-making processes.
Example Sentences
- Ihre Stimme klingt wunderschön. (Her voice sounds beautiful.)
- Ich habe meine Stimme abgegeben. (I have cast my vote.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "Stimme," think of the connection to the English word "stimulate," as the voice is used to stimulate communication.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Stimme = the voice
- die Abstimmung = the vote, the ballot
- die Meinung = the opinion
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"Stimme" is a feminine noun, and its plural form is "Stimmen."
Conjugation (for verbs)
As "Stimme" is a noun, it does not have a conjugated form. For the verb "stimmen," which means "to be correct" or "to tune," the first-person singular present tense form is "ich stimme."