kühlen
Meaning and Usage
"Kühlen" in German translates to "to cool" in English. It is commonly used when referring to the action of lowering the temperature of something, such as a drink, a room, or a body part. It can also be used in a figurative sense, meaning to calm down or soothe.
Linguistic Analysis
"Kühlen" is a verb and does not have a prefix or suffix. It is derived from the adjective "kühl," which means "cool."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "kühlen" is directly related to the English word "cool." Both words share the same meaning and are used in similar contexts.
Cultural Context
In Germany, the act of "kühlen" is often associated with the love for cold beverages, especially during the summer months when it is common to cool down with a refreshing drink.
Example Sentences
- Ich werde das Getränk im Kühlschrank kühlen. (Translation: I will cool the drink in the refrigerator.)
- Kühle deinen Kopf und denk noch einmal darüber nach. (Translation: Cool down and think about it again.)
Memory Tips
Associate "kühlen" with the English word "cool," as they share the same meaning. Visualize cooling down a drink or a hot object to remember the word's usage.
Additional Vocabulary
- abkühlen (to cool down)
- kühl (cool, chilly)
- die Kühlung (cooling)
- erfrischen (to refresh)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
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Conjugation (for verbs)
- Ich küle (I cool)
- Du kühlst (You cool)
- Er/Sie/Es kühlt (He/She/It cools)
- Wir kühlen (We cool)
- Ihr kühlt (You [pl.] cool)
- Sie kühlen (They cool)