mögen
Meaning and Usage
"Mögen" in German means "to like" or "to enjoy". It is commonly used to express preferences or desires.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "mögen" is an infinitive form of the verb. It does not contain any prefixes or suffixes. The word has its origins in the Old High German "magon".
Comparisons between German and English
The German verb "mögen" translates to "to like" or "to enjoy" in English.
Cultural Context
In German culture, "mögen" is used to express likes and preferences and is a fundamental part of everyday conversation.
Example Sentences
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Ich mag deutsche Musik. (I like German music.)
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Sie mag es, lange Spaziergänge zu machen. (She enjoys taking long walks.)
Memory Tips
Think of "mögen" as the German equivalent of "like" in English. Try associating it with a specific activity or thing that you like to make it more memorable.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: gernhaben (to like), genießen (to enjoy)
- Antonyms: nicht mögen (to not like), hassen (to hate)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
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Conjugation (for verbs)
- ich mag (I like)
- du magst (you like)
- er/sie/es mag (he/she/it likes)
- wir mögen (we like)
- ihr mögt (you like)
- sie mögen (they like)