dies
Meaning and Usage
- dies = this / these
Common Usage:
- "Dies ist mein Haus." = "This is my house."
- "Ich mag diese Farbe." = "I like this color."
Linguistic Analysis
"Dies" is a demonstrative pronoun used to refer to a singular masculine noun or a plural noun. Its etymology can be traced back to Middle High German and Old High German.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "dies" corresponds to "this" or "these" in English, functioning as a demonstrative pronoun to indicate specific items or things.
Cultural Context
The use of "dies" is integral to specifying or emphasizing particular items, entities, or concepts in German, showcasing their proximity or relevance.
Example Sentences
- "Dieses Buch ist gut." = "This book is good."
- "Ich möchte diese Blumen." = "I want these flowers."
Memory Tips
Associate "dies" with the English words "this" and "these" to remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: dieser (this - masculine), dieses (this - neuter), diese (this - feminine/plural), diesen (this - masculine/accusative)