noun

die Sache, -n

thing

Etwas, das man anfassen oder sehen kann, zum Beispiel ein Gegenstand oder Objekt.

The German word "Sache" is a noun meaning "thing," "matter," or "issue." It refers to a physical object or an abstract concept like a topic or concern.

  • The root word "Sache" directly means "thing" or "matter."

Similar words:

  • Ding (thing, object)
  • Angelegenheit (matter, affair)
  • Thema (topic, theme)

Differences:

  • Sache is more general and can refer to both tangible objects and abstract matters.
  • Ding usually refers to concrete physical objects.
  • Angelegenheit and Thema focus more on abstract issues or topics.

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Examples

Die Sache wird kompliziert.noun

The thing is getting complicated.

Jede Sache hat ihren Platz.noun

Every thing has its place.

Diese Sache gefällt mir sehr.noun

I really like this thing.

Die Sache gehört meinem Freund.noun

The thing belongs to my friend.

Diese Sache finde ich interessant.noun

I find this thing interesting.

Jede Sache hat zwei Seiten.noun

Every thing has two sides.

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