mehrere
Meaning and Usage
"Mehrere" is a German adjective meaning "several" or "multiple." It is used to indicate a quantity of items or things that is greater than two but not specified in exact numbers.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "mehrere" is derived from the German word "mehr," which means "more." The "-ere" ending indicates the comparative form of "mehr," and when used with the article "die" (plural form of "der"), it becomes "die mehreren" meaning "the several."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "mehrere" translates to "several" or "multiple" in English. It is used in a similar context to its English counterpart.
Cultural Context
In everyday language, "mehrere" is commonly used when referring to several items, people, or things. It is a practical and frequently used word in various contexts.
Example Sentences
- Ich habe mehrere Bücher gekauft. (I bought several books.)
- Es gibt mehrere Möglichkeiten, dieses Problem zu lösen. (There are several ways to solve this problem.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "mehrere," think of it as "more - ere," indicating "more" in a comparative form.
Additional Vocabulary
- Einige (some)
- Viele (many)
- Wenige (few)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Since "mehrere" is an adjective, it does not have a gender or a plural form. It agrees with the gender and number of the noun it describes.
Conjugation (for verbs)
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