Wort
Meaning and Usage
"Wort" means "word" in English. It refers to a unit of language that carries meaning and can be spoken or written.
Linguistic Analysis
"Wort" is a noun. It does not have any distinct prefixes, and its root is "wort." Its etymology can be traced back to Old High German and Middle High German.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Wort" has a similar meaning and usage to the English word "word."
Example Sentences
- Das ist ein schwieriges Wort. (That is a difficult word.)
- Er spricht fünf Wörter in verschiedenen Sprachen. (He speaks five words in different languages.)
Memory Tips
Remember "Wort" by associating it with the concept of language and communication.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: der Satz (sentence), der Buchstabe (letter), die Sprache (language)
Gender and Plural
Gender: neuter Plural: die Wörter