German · Nature & Environment

Regen

Rain

Beginnernoun

Definition

Water falling from clouds.

Example

Es regnet heute viel.

It is raining a lot today.

Etymology

'Regen' originates from Middle High German 'rēgen', which means 'rain'. Its consistent meaning reflects the essential role of rain in nature.

How & Where It’s Used

'Regen' is used in both formal and informal contexts, both in spoken and written forms, often in discussions about weather and nature.

Literary Heritage

Referenced in poetry and songs, symbolizing renewal and emotion, such as in works by Bertolt Brecht.

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