German · Body & Health
Mund
Mouth
Beginnernoun
Definition
The opening used for eating and speaking.
Example
Öffnen Sie bitte den Mund.
Please open your mouth.
Etymology
'Mund' comes from the Old High German 'mund,' related to the Proto-Germanic '*mundi' and linked to the Proto-Indo-European '*men-' meaning to think or remember.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mund' is found in both informal and formal language and is often used in medical and culinary contexts. Its usage is fairly consistent across German regions.
Literary Heritage
'Mund' appears in various sayings and proverbs, including 'Mund voll machen,' signifying abundance.