Zum Beispiel
Example: Ich mag viele Obstsorten, zum Beispiel Äpfel und Bananen.
Definition
"Zum Beispiel" is a German phrase used to introduce an example or illustration that clarifies or supports a preceding statement, similar to saying 'for example' in English. It helps specify or make a point clearer by providing concrete instances.
Etymology
The phrase "zum Beispiel" literally translates to 'to the example' in English. It combines 'zum,' a contraction of 'zu dem' meaning 'to the,' and 'Beispiel,' meaning 'example.' This phrase has been commonly used in German to introduce examples, much like its English counterpart.
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