bis
Meaning and Usage
"Bis" is a preposition in German that is commonly used to indicate time, duration, or extent. It can be translated as "until," "to," or "up to" in English.
Linguistic Analysis
"Bis" is a standalone preposition and does not have any prefix, root, or suffix. It comes from the Old High German word "bis" and is related to the English word "till."
Comparisons between German and English
The German preposition "bis" has a similar usage to the English "until" or "to," indicating a point in time or a limit of extent.
Cultural Context
In German culture, "bis" is frequently used in expressions of time, for example, when indicating opening hours, event start times, or deadlines.
Example Sentences
- Ich arbeite von Montag bis Freitag. (I work from Monday until Friday.)
- Das Geschäft ist von 9 bis 18 Uhr geöffnet. (The store is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Memory Tips
Associate "bis" with the English word "until" to remember its meaning and usage in indicating limits in time or extent.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: bis zu (up to), bis zu dem Punkt (to the point)
- Related Words: solange (as long as), seit (since)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"N/A" - "bis" is a preposition and does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
"N/A" - "bis" is a preposition and does not require conjugation.