ganze
Meaning and Usage
"ganze" in German translates to "whole" in English. It is used to describe something that is complete, entire, or unbroken.
Linguistic Analysis
"ganze" is the inflected form of the adjective "ganz," which means "whole" or "entire." It is derived from the Middle High German word "ganz," which has the same meaning.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "ganze" is similar to the English word "whole" in both meaning and usage.
Cultural Context
In German, "die ganze Wahrheit" (the whole truth) is a common expression, emphasizing the importance of complete honesty.
Example Sentences
- Das ganze Buch ist sehr interessant. (The whole book is very interesting.)
- Sie hat die ganze Nacht durchgearbeitet. (She worked through the whole night.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "ganze," think of the phrase "die ganze Welt" (the whole world) to associate it with the idea of entirety.
Additional Vocabulary
- ganz (adjective) - whole, entire
- vollständig (adjective) - complete
- vollkommen (adjective) - perfect, complete
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"ganze" is the feminine singular form of the adjective. For example, "die ganze Woche" (the whole week).
Conjugation (for verbs)
Since "ganze" is an adjective, it does not have a conjugated form.