wir

Meaning and Usage

The word "wir" means "we" in English. It is a personal pronoun used for the first person plural, indicating oneself and others in a group.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "wir" is a pronoun and has no prefix or suffix. Its etymology can be linked to the Middle High German "wir" and the Old High German "wir," both meaning "we."

Comparisons between German and English

The word "wir" and its English counterpart "we" serve the same function as first person plural personal pronouns.

Example Sentences

1. Wir gehen ins Kino. (We are going to the cinema.)
2. Wir haben Spaß. (We are having fun.)

Memory Tips

Associate "wir" with the English "we," and practice using it to refer to oneself and others in a group to reinforce its meaning and usage.

Additional Vocabulary

Related words: ich (I), du (you), er/sie/es (he/she/it), sie (they) Antonyms: ihr (you, plural), Sie (you, formal)