grün
Meaning and Usage
"Grün" in German means "green" in English. It is used to describe the color green or things that are green in color.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "grün" does not have any prefix, root, or suffix. It originates from the Old High German word "gruoni" and is related to the Old English word "grene."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "grün" is similar to its English counterpart "green" in both meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
In German culture, "grün" is commonly associated with nature, environmentalism, and sustainability.
Example Sentences
- Das Gras ist grün. (The grass is green.)
- Ihr Oberteil ist grün. (Her top is green.)
Memory Tips
- Remember the word "grün" by associating it with the color of grass and trees.
- Think of the word "grün" as the "green" color in German.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: die Farbe Grün (the color green), grüner (greener)
- Related words: grüner Tee (green tea), grüner Daumen (green thumb)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Noun: die Farbe (feminine) Plural: die Farben
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable as "grün" is an adjective and does not need conjugation.