German Conversation · Level 8
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German word
neu
Pronunciation
IPA/nɔʏ̯/
Meaning
- adjectivenew
Example
Das neue Auto steht vor dem Haus.
The new car is parked in front of the house.
More examples
Er hat ein neues Handy gekauft.
He bought a new cell phone.
Core concept
A fresh object, method, or situation stands at the beginning of its life rather than belonging to the past.
Common phrases
ein neues Handy
a new cell phone
neue Kleidung
new clothing
Similar words
frisch: Made or started recently and still retaining its freshness.
brandneu: Brand new, just released, and not previously used.
neuwertig: In nearly new condition, with little sign of use.
modern: Reflecting current trends or technology rather than older ways.
Definition in German
Bezeichnet etwas, das kürzlich entstanden ist oder jetzt erstmals vorhanden ist.
Word origin
German 'neu' developed from Proto-Germanic *newjaz, the same inherited Germanic source related to English 'new'.
Usage tips
- 'Neu' is an adjective and normally takes an ending before a noun, as in 'ein neues Auto'; the ending changes with gender, case, and article.