Die Sonne
Example: Die Sonne scheint heute hell am blauen Himmel.
Definition
"Die Sonne" is the German term for the sun, the star at the center of our solar system that provides light and heat to the Earth, enabling life and influencing weather and climate patterns.
Etymology
The German word "die Sonne" originates from the Old High German word 'sunna,' which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*sunnōn.' This term shares roots with the Latin 'sol' and the Greek 'helios,' all referring to the sun. Did you know? The word "Sonne" has remained quite consistent in German over centuries, reflecting the sun's central importance to human life.
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"Die Sonne" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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