seine
Meaning and Usage
- seine = his/its
Common Usage:
- "Seine Jacke" = "His jacket"
- "Seine Katze" = "His cat"
Linguistic Analysis
"Seine" is a possessive pronoun used to indicate possession by a masculine singular noun. Its origin can be traced back to Middle High German and Old High German.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "seine" translates to "his" or "its" in English, corresponding to the possession of a masculine singular noun.
Cultural Context
The use of possessive pronouns, like "seine," is integral to expressing ownership or possession in German.
Example Sentences
- "Seine Hose ist blau." = "His pants are blue."
- "Seine Idee war gut." = "His idea was good."
Memory Tips
Associate "seine" with the English word "his" to remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: ihr (her), dein (your - informal), sein (his/its), unser (our)