hinzufügen

Meaning and Usage

"Hinzufügen" means "to add" in English. It signifies including or combining something with another to increase its quantity or value.

Linguistic Analysis

"Hinzufügen" is a verb composed of the preposition "hinzu" (additional) and the verb "fügen" (to add).

Comparisons between German and English

The word "hinzufügen" is similar to the English word "to add" in both meaning and usage.

Example Sentences

  • Bitte hinzufügen und gut umrühren. (Please add and stir well.)
  • Er hat Zucker zum Kaffee hinzugefügt. (He added sugar to the coffee.)

Memory Tips

Think of "hinzufügen" as "to add" to remember its meaning.

Additional Vocabulary

Related words: Ergänzen (to supplement), hinzukommen (to come along), zufügen (to inflict)