ist

Meaning and Usage

The word "ist" means "is" in English. It is the third-person singular form of the verb "sein" (to be) and is used to indicate a state or condition of the subject.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "ist" is the present tense form of the verb "sein." It has no prefix or suffix. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German "ist" and the Middle High German "ist."

Comparisons between German and English

The word "ist" and its English counterpart "is" are both present tense forms of the verb "to be" and serve the same grammatical function.

Example Sentences

1. Er ist ein Arzt. (He is a doctor.)
2. Das Haus ist groß. (The house is big.)

Memory Tips

Associate "ist" with the English word "is," and practice conjugating the verb "sein" to reinforce its usage.

Additional Vocabulary

Related forms: bin (am), bist (are), sind (are), seid (are, plural forms)