Der Berg
Example: Wir wandern morgen auf den Berg in den Alpen.
Definition
"Der Berg" refers to a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising prominently above its surroundings, often characterized by steep slopes and significant height. It is commonly used to describe landforms like mountains where people might hike or climb.
Etymology
The word "der Berg" originates from Old High German 'berg,' meaning mountain or hill. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old English 'beorg' and Dutch 'berg,' all referring to elevated landforms. Did you know? The word has remained remarkably consistent in meaning and form across centuries.
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"Der Berg" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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