Zum Beispiel
Example: Wir können zum Beispiel Pizza oder Pasta essen heute Abend.
Definition
"zum Beispiel" is a German phrase used to introduce an example or illustration to clarify a statement. It is equivalent to the English expression "for example" and helps specify or support an idea by providing concrete instances.
Etymology
The phrase "zum Beispiel" originates from the German words "zu" meaning "to" or "for" and "Beispiel" meaning "example." "Beispiel" itself comes from Middle High German "bespîle," which combines "bei" (by) and "Spiel" (play), originally implying a demonstration or model to follow. Did you know? The phrase is commonly abbreviated as "z.B." in German texts.
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