Teuer
Example: Das neue Auto ist sehr teuer, aber es lohnt sich.
Definition
"Teuer" describes something that has a high price or cost, often implying that it is expensive or valuable. For example, in the phrase "Das neue Auto ist sehr teuer, aber es lohnt sich," it means the new car is very costly but worth it.
Etymology
The word "teuer" comes from Old High German "tiuri," meaning precious or valuable. Over time, it evolved to refer more specifically to things that are expensive or costly. Did you know? The concept of something being 'teuer' reflects not just price but also perceived worth or significance.
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"Teuer" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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