Das Meer
Example: Wir gehen im Sommer oft am Meer spazieren.
Definition
"Das Meer" refers to the vast body of saltwater that covers a large part of the Earth's surface. It is commonly used to describe the sea or ocean, especially when talking about natural landscapes or recreational activities like walking along the shore during summer.
Etymology
The word "das Meer" comes from Old High German 'meri,' which is related to the English word 'mere,' meaning a body of water. It has roots in the Proto-Germanic language, reflecting the importance of seas to early Germanic peoples for travel and fishing.
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"Das Meer" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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