geboren

Meaning and Usage

"Geboren" is the past participle of the verb "gebären" which means "to bear" or "to give birth" in the context of human and animal reproduction. It is often used to describe the act of being born.

Linguistic Analysis

"Geboren" is the past participle form of the verb "gebären." The word originates from the Middle High German "geboren," and it is related to the Old High German "giboran," both of which are derived from the Proto-Germanic word "ga-beran." The prefix "ge-" indicates the past participle form, while the root "ber" means "to bear."

Comparisons between German and English

In English, the equivalent word would be "born," which shares similarities with the German word "geboren" in both meaning and usage.

Cultural Context

In German-speaking cultures, the concept of being "geboren" holds significant cultural and personal significance, especially in the context of family, heritage, and ancestry.

Example Sentences

  1. Sie ist in Berlin geboren. (She was born in Berlin.)
  2. Das Fohlen wurde gestern geboren. (The foal was born yesterday.)

Memory Tips

To remember the meaning of "geboren," think of the word "born" in English, as they are equivalent in both meaning and usage.

Additional Vocabulary

  • die Geburt (noun) - birth
  • gebären (verb) - to give birth
  • der Geburtsort (noun) - place of birth

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