neun
Meaning and Usage
"Neun" is the German word for "nine," representing the cardinal number 9. It is used in counting, giving orders, telling time, and various other contexts where the quantity or position of nine is indicated.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "neun" does not contain any prefix or suffix. It has its origins in Old High German and can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *newn, which means "nine."
Comparisons between German and English
The German "neun" and the English "nine" share a common historical root, as both languages belong to the Germanic language family. They exhibit similarity in both form and meaning.
Example Sentences
- Es sind neun Äpfel auf dem Tisch. (There are nine apples on the table.)
- Ich habe neun Katzen gesehen. (I saw nine cats.)
- Der neunte Monat ist September. (The ninth month is September.)
Memory Tips
To remember "neun," you can associate it with the English word "nine" and practice counting from one to nine in German.
Additional Vocabulary
- Related words: die Neun (the digit 9), neunzehn (nineteen), neunzig (ninety)
- Synonyms: None
- Antonyms: Eins (one)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: Not applicable (neun is a cardinal number) Plural: Not applicable
Conjugation (for verbs)
Not applicable