Der Stern
Example: Der Stern am Himmel leuchtet heute besonders hell.
Definition
"Der Stern" refers to a celestial body that shines brightly in the night sky, often used to describe a luminous point of light visible from Earth. It can also metaphorically signify something outstanding or prominent, such as a 'star' in a field or event.
Etymology
The word "der Stern" originates from Old High German 'stern,' which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*sternô.' It is related to the English word 'star.' Did you know that the word has remained remarkably consistent in form across many Germanic languages, emphasizing the cultural importance of stars throughout human history?
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"Der Stern" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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