messen
Meaning and Usage
The German word "messen" means "to measure" in English. It is commonly used when referring to measuring dimensions, quantities, or performance.
Linguistic Analysis
"Messen" is a verb in its infinitive form. It belongs to the class of strong verbs in German, undergoing a stem vowel change in the present tense (ich messe, du misst, er/sie/es misst).
Comparisons between German and English
The English word "measure" has a similar meaning and usage to the German word "messen."
Cultural Context
In German culture, precision and accuracy are important in various aspects, and the concept of measuring is significant in industries such as engineering, science, and craftsmanship.
Example Sentences
- Ich muss die Länge des Raumes messen. (I have to measure the length of the room.)
- Wir messen die Temperatur mit einem Thermometer. (We measure the temperature with a thermometer.)
Memory Tips
Associate "messen" with the English word "measure" to remember its meaning. Visualize using a measuring tape or a ruler when encountering or using the word.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Messung (f) - measurement
- das Maß (n) - measure
- abmessen - to measure off
- vermessen - to survey/measure out
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
N/A (since "messen" is a verb)
Conjugation (for verbs)
- ich messe (I measure)
- du misst (you measure)
- er/sie/es misst (he/she/it measures)
- wir messen (we measure)
- ihr messt (you all measure)
- sie messen (they measure)