neu

neuer · am neusten
Based on: *newo-
Goethe A1 Adjective #4 Adjective
1.

new

Opposite: gebraucht
Examples
  • Meine Hose ist neu.
  • My pants are new.
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German Word of the Day – “neugierig”

A fun look at the meaning of "neugierig" and what curiosity has to do with greed.

Vocab: neugierig, die Neugier, vergesslich, neu

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How many meanings does the German word 'neu' have?

neu has 1 distinct meaning: 1. new.

What is the comparative and superlative of 'neu'?

comparative: neuer / superlative: am neusten

What is 'neu' related to?

The word 'neu' is related to *newo-.

Where can I learn more about 'neu'?

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German Word of the Day – “neugierig”
A fun look at the meaning of "neugierig" and what curiosity has to do with greed.
Vocab: neugierig, die Neugier, vergesslich, neu
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