dein
your
Ein Wort, das zeigt, dass etwas zu der Person gehört, mit der man spricht.
The German word "dein" is a possessive pronoun that means "your" in English, indicating ownership or belonging to "you" (singular, informal). It derives from the Old High German "dīn". It is used to address someone in a familiar context.
Similar words in German include:
- "ihr" (your - plural or formal)
- "mein" (my)
The primary difference is in the formality and the number of people it refers to. "Dein" is informal and singular, while "ihr" is used for multiple people or in formal situations, and "mein" indicates possession by the speaker rather than addressing the listener.
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Examples
Dein Buch liegt auf dem Tisch.determiner
Your book is on the table.
Ist das dein Mantel?determiner
Is that your coat?
Dein Hund spielt im Garten.determiner
Your dog is playing in the garden.
Dein Stift liegt auf dem Tisch.determiner
Your pen is lying on the table.
Dein Buch ist sehr interessant.determiner
Your book is very interesting.
Wo ist dein Schlüssel?determiner
Where is your key?
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