dritte
Meaning and Usage
"Dritte" is the German word for "third" in the feminine, singular form. It is used to indicate the third item or position in a sequence or order.
Linguistic Analysis
"Dritte" is the feminine singular form of the ordinal number "dritter." It is derived from the cardinal number "drei" (three) with the suffix "-te" added to form the ordinal number.
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "dritte" corresponds to the English word "third."
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, "dritte" is used in various contexts such as ranking in sports, competitions, or listing items in a series.
Example Sentences
- Der dritte Platz ist nicht schlecht. (The third place is not bad.)
- Das ist die dritte Tür auf der linken Seite. (That is the third door on the left side.)
Memory Tips
To remember "dritte," you can associate it with the English word "third" and relate it to various contexts where you encounter the concept of being third.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: 3., der dritte
- Antonyms: erste (first), zweite (second)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
As "dritte" is an ordinal number, it does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
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