bisher
Meaning and Usage
"Bisher" is an adverb in German, meaning "so far" or "up to now." It is used to indicate a point in time up to the present moment or a state of affairs that has prevailed until now.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "bisher" consists of the prefix "bis-" which means "until" and the adverbial suffix "-her," indicating a time or location. Its etymology stems from Middle High German and Old High German.
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "bisher" can be translated to "so far" or "up to now" in English. The structure and usage are similar in both languages.
Cultural Context
In formal and informal conversations, "bisher" is commonly used to express the temporal aspect of events, activities, or experiences.
Example Sentences
- Bisher habe ich noch keine Antwort erhalten. (So far, I have not received an answer.)
- Bisher war das Wetter recht angenehm. (The weather has been quite pleasant up to now.)
Memory Tips
Associate "bisher" with "so far" to remember its meaning as the two phrases essentially convey the same temporal concept.
Additional Vocabulary
- Bislang (so far)
- Bisherig (prior, previous)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"N/A" as "bisher" is an adverb and does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
"N/A" as "bisher" is an adverb and does not have a conjugation.