Tisch

Meaning and Usage

"Tisch" in German means "table." It is used to refer to a piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a surface for eating, working, or other activities.

Linguistic Analysis

"Tisch" doesn't have any prefix or suffix. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "tisc," which ultimately originated from the Latin word "discus."

Comparisons between German and English

The word "Tisch" is similar to its English counterpart "table" in both meaning and usage.

Cultural Context

In German culture, the "Tisch" holds a central place in daily life, as it is where people gather for meals, conversations, and various activities.

Example Sentences

• Der Tisch ist aus Holz. (The table is made of wood.)
• Wir haben einen großen Tisch in der Küche. (We have a big table in the kitchen.)

Memory Tips

To remember "Tisch," think of it as the place where you "sit" to enjoy your "meal" ("Tisch" is masculine).

Additional Vocabulary

• der Stuhl (chair)
• das Besteck (cutlery)
• die Tischdecke (tablecloth)

Gender and Plural (for nouns)

• Gender: masculine
• Plural: die Tische

Conjugation (for verbs)

N/A (as "Tisch" is a noun)