unsere
Meaning and Usage
"Unsere" means "our" in German and is used to indicate possession by multiple persons or a group.
Linguistic Analysis
"Uns-" is the prefix indicating possession, while "-e" is the suffix for the plural form. The word is derived from the Middle High German word "ûser(e)."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "our" in English is the equivalent of "unsere" in German. Both words share a common Germanic origin and serve the same possessive function.
Cultural Context
Using the correct possessive pronouns is important in German communication and reflects the collective ownership or association within a group or community.
Example Sentences
- Unsere Familie hat einen Hund. (Our family has a dog.)
- Das sind unsere Bücher. (Those are our books.)
Memory Tips
Think of "unsere" as "our" in English with an added "e" for plural possession.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: unser (our, singular), euer (your, plural) Gender: Feminine (die Familie, die Bücher) Plural: unsere (our, plural)