die Weise, -n
manner · way
eine Art, wie etwas gemacht wird oder wie jemand denkt und handelt
The German word "Weise" is a noun with multiple meanings:
- Way, manner, mode (e.g., auf diese Weise – "in this way")
- Wise person (as a noun, e.g., ein Weiser – "a wise man")
- Melody, tune (poetic/archaic)
It comes from Old High German wīsa, linked to the concept of showing or pointing a "way".
Similar words:
- Art (manner, kind)
- Manier (manner, style)
- Methode (method)
- Talent or Genie (as related to wisdom or skill, somewhat tangential)
Differences:
- "Art" and "Manier" focus more on style or behavior; "Weise" can imply a broader concept of manner or fashion.
- "Methode" refers specifically to a systematic procedure.
- As a noun meaning a "wise person," Weise specifically denotes wisdom, unlike the more general genie (talent) or intelligent synonyms.
In context, Weise often emphasizes how something is done (the manner or way).
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Examples
Auf diese Weise funktioniert das Gerät einwandfrei.noun
In this manner, the device works perfectly.
Seine Weise zu sprechen beeindruckt mich.noun
His manner of speaking impresses me.
Seine Weise zu denken ist ungewöhnlich.noun
His way of thinking is unusual.
Die Kinder haben auf lustige Weise das Gedicht vorgetragen.noun
The children recited the poem in a funny manner.
Auf diese Weise konnten wir das Problem schnell verstehen.noun
In this way we were able to understand the problem quickly.
Jeder Mensch lernt auf seine eigene Weise.noun
Every person learns in their own way.
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