brauchen
Meaning and Usage
"Brauchen" means "to need" or "to require" in German. It is commonly used to express necessity or requirement of something.
Linguistic Analysis
"Brauchen" is a regular verb. It does not have a prefix. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "bruohhan," meaning "to use" or "to enjoy."
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "brauchen" is similar in meaning to the English word "need."
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, "brauchen" is an essential word in daily conversations, as it expresses the need for something, which is a basic human necessity.
Example Sentences
- Ich brauche deine Hilfe. (I need your help.)
- Wir brauchen mehr Zeit. (We need more time.)
Memory Tips
Remember that "brauchen" sounds similar to "broken." You need something when it's broken or not available.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: benötigen (to need), erfordern (to require)
- Antonyms: verzichten auf (to do without)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
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Conjugation (for verbs)
- Ich brauche (I need)
- Du brauchst (You need)
- Er/Sie/Es braucht (He/She/It needs)
- Wir brauchen (We need)
- Ihr braucht (You need)
- Sie brauchen (They need)