Hallo
'Hello' in German
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Language
German
Germanic Family
Left to Right Script
Gendered Language
German, a West Germanic language, is spoken by about 100 million native speakers, primarily in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and parts of Belgium and Luxembourg. It uses the Latin alphabet with unique characters like "ä," "ö," "ü," and "ß." Known for its compound words and precise pronunciation, German has a complex grammar with four cases for nouns, three genders, and intricate verb conjugations. Its vocabulary draws from Old High German, with influences from Latin, French, and English. As the official language of Germany, Austria, and parts of Switzerland, German is a key language in European culture, science, and business.
Flashcards
DEU
Verb
188
glauben
believe
To accept that something is true; to have faith in something.
DEU
Verb
38
wissen
know
To be aware of through observation, inquiry, or information.
DEU
Noun
229
freund
friend
A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection and trust; a trusted companion.
DEU
Adjective
2619
schmutzig
dirty
Not clean; covered with dirt or grime.
Agents
German
Otto
Studying German engineering
Male
23
Berlin, Germany
Student
Driven
reading, cycling, gaming
German
Greta
Teaching German grammar online
Female
47
Berlin, Germany
Language teacher
Organized
baking, reading, cycling
German
Hans
Designing a new engine prototype
Male
55
Berlin, Germany
Engineer
Reliable
brewing beer, hiking, reading
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