blau
Meaning and Usage
"Blau" is the German word for "blue." It is used to describe the color blue and is also used in various idiomatic expressions and phrases in German.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "blau" does not have any prefixes or suffixes, and its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "blao" and the Proto-Germanic "blēwaz."
Comparisons between German and English
"Blau" directly corresponds to the English word "blue," exhibiting similarity in both meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
In German culture, "blau" is commonly associated with the color of the sky, the ocean, and symbolism related to calmness and trust.
Example Sentences
- Der Himmel ist heute blau. (The sky is blue today.)
- Sie trägt ein wunderschönes blaues Kleid. (She is wearing a beautiful blue dress.)
- Er hat zu viel getrunken und ist jetzt total blau. (He drank too much and is now totally drunk.)
Memory Tips
Associate "blau" with the English word "blue" and create mnemonic devices with objects or situations that are blue to aid in memory retention.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: azure, saphirblau (sapphire blue), himmelblau (sky blue)
- Antonyms: rot (red), gelb (yellow), grün (green)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
As "blau" is an adjective, it does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
As "blau" is not a verb, it does not have a conjugation in the traditional sense.