de
Beginner (A1)
IPA: /diː/
KK: /di/
noun
Definition
A letter in the alphabet that is often used as a symbol or abbreviation in various contexts.
Example
The word 'dog' starts with the letter 'd'.
Conversation
Have you ever been to DE?
Yeah, I visited it last summer!
What did you think about the beaches in DE?
They were beautiful, perfect for relaxing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
delaware
Antonyms
preposition
Definition
This word is used to indicate a relationship of belonging or origin, often translated as 'of' or 'from' in English.
Example
The book is a gift de my friend.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new café de Paris that opened downtown?
Yeah, I saw some pictures online, and it looks amazing!
I think we should check it out this weekend.
Root Explanation
The word 'de' originates from Latin 'de-' (meaning down from, away from). It is often used as a prefix in English to indicate removal, reversal, or negation.
Memory Tip
Think of 'de-' meaning 'down from' or 'away from' — this helps you remember that 'de' often indicates a sense of removal or reversal.
Visually Confused Words
ode
ide
dye
due
doe
die
dae
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