German · Culture & Society
Sprache
Language
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A system of communication.
Example
Deutsch ist eine schöne Sprache.
German is a beautiful language.
Etymology
'Sprache' comes from the Old High German 'sprāhha', which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*swaik' meaning 'to speak'. The term has evolved to encompass all forms of human language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sprache' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about linguistics and communication. It is frequently encountered in both spoken and written language.
Literary Heritage
Noted in various philosophical texts, including those by Heidegger and the linguistic theories of Wilhelm von Humboldt.