Apfel
Meaning and Usage
"Apfel" translates to "apple" in English. It is used to refer to the fruit as well as in various food and drink recipes.
Linguistic Analysis
"Apfel" is a masculine noun in German. It does not contain any prefixes or suffixes. The word has its roots in Old High German "apful" and can be traced back to the Latin word "āp(p)ŭm".
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Apfel" is similar to its English counterpart "apple" in both meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
Apples have a significant cultural and historical context in Germany. They are widely used in traditional German cuisine, such as in the popular dish "Apfelstrudel" (apple strudel).
Example Sentences
- Ich esse jeden Tag einen Apfel. (I eat an apple every day.)
- Der Apfelbaum trägt viele Früchte. (The apple tree bears many fruits.)
Memory Tips
Associate the word "Apfel" with the image of an apple, or use mnemonic devices to remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Frucht (fruit)
- der Saft (juice)
- gesund (healthy)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: masculine Plural: die Äpfel
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable as "Apfel" is a noun.