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A1 noun #2,000 よく出る 7分で読める

Großmutter

上位2,000

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解説 Großmutter in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'Großmutter' is one of the first family words you learn. You should be able to identify your grandmother in a family tree and say simple sentences like 'Das ist meine Großmutter' or 'Meine Großmutter heißt Maria'. You learn that it is a feminine noun ('die') and that it is part of the 'Familie' vocabulary set. The focus is on basic identification and possessive pronouns (meine, deine, seine). You might also learn the short form 'Oma' early on because it is easier to pronounce and more common in daily life. Exercises at this level usually involve matching pictures to words or filling in the correct possessive adjective in a simple sentence about a family member's name or age.

At A2, you start to describe your Großmutter in more detail. You might talk about her appearance, her hobbies, or where she lives. 'Meine Großmutter wohnt in Berlin und sie kocht sehr gut.' You also begin to use the dative case with family-related verbs like 'helfen' (to help) or 'schenken' (to give a gift). For example: 'Ich helfe meiner Großmutter.' You learn to use simple past tense (Präteritum) of 'sein' and 'haben' to talk about her life: 'Meine Großmutter war Lehrerin.' The vocabulary expands to include 'Großeltern' (grandparents) and 'Enkel' (grandchild). You are expected to handle basic conversations about family traditions, such as visiting her during the holidays.

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By B1, you can discuss the role of the Großmutter in your life or in society. You might describe a specific memory or a story she told you. You use more complex sentence structures, such as subordinate clauses: 'Ich besuche meine Großmutter oft, weil sie sich einsam fühlt.' You can also talk about health and aging in a basic way. You understand the difference between formal and informal address and when to use 'Großmutter' versus 'Oma' in written versus spoken contexts. You might read short texts about family dynamics or the 'Generationenkonflikt' (conflict between generations) and express your opinion on how grandmothers contribute to the upbringing of children.

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At the B2 level, you can engage in more abstract discussions involving the term. You might analyze the 'Großmutter' as a literary archetype or discuss the sociological impact of an aging population in Germany. You can use idiomatic expressions and understand nuances in texts. For instance, you might read a news article about 'Leihomas' and discuss the pros and cons of such social programs. Your grammar should be precise, correctly handling the genitive case ('Das Erbe meiner Großmutter') and complex adjective declensions. You can compare the role of grandmothers in different cultures using sophisticated transition words and comparative structures.

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At C1, you have a deep understanding of the word's connotations. You can appreciate the stylistic choice of using 'Großmutter' instead of 'Oma' in a novel to create a certain atmosphere. You can discuss complex topics like 'intergenerationale Gerechtigkeit' (intergenerational justice) or the transmission of trauma through the 'Großmutter-Generation' in post-war Germany. You are capable of understanding academic texts in sociology or psychology that reference the grandmother's role. Your own usage is native-like, allowing you to use the word in subtle, ironic, or highly formal ways as the situation demands. You can also handle archaic or dialectal variations found in classical German literature.

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At the C2 level, you master the word in all its historical, cultural, and linguistic depth. You can analyze the etymological development of 'Großmutter' from Middle High German to the present. You can interpret the symbolic significance of the grandmother in the works of authors like Günter Grass or Thomas Bernhard. You are comfortable with legal and technical jargon where 'Großmutter' appears in inheritance law or genealogy. You can write essays or give presentations on the evolution of the matriarchal figure in German society, using a vast range of synonyms, metaphors, and precise terminology. Your command of the language allows you to play with the word's meaning and context at a professional or academic level.

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Großmutter is the formal German word for grandmother, used in official contexts and formal writing, while 'Oma' is the common, affectionate nickname used in daily speech.
It is a feminine noun (die Großmutter) with the plural form 'die Großmütter', requiring an umlaut change on the 'u' and no additional ending for the plural.
The word is a compound of 'groß' (great) and 'Mutter' (mother), following the same grammatical rules as 'Mutter' regarding gender and declension patterns.
Culturally, the Großmutter is often seen as a source of wisdom, tradition, and warmth, featuring prominently in German folklore and modern family structures.

The German noun Großmutter is a foundational term in the German language, representing the mother of one's father or mother. In the hierarchy of familial relations, it sits as a pillar of the extended family unit. While the term is formal, its usage spans from legal documents and formal introductions to the deep, archetypal roots of storytelling in Germanic culture. Understanding 'Großmutter' requires more than just knowing a translation; it involves recognizing the shift from the formal 'Großmutter' to the affectionate 'Oma,' a distinction that mirrors the German cultural balance between 'Distanz' (distance) and 'Nähe' (closeness).

Morphology: A compound noun consisting of 'groß' (great/large) and 'Mutter' (mother). It follows the feminine gender (die) and its plural form involves an umlaut change: die Großmütter.

In a historical context, the Großmutter was often the keeper of oral traditions. Before the digital age, German 'Märchen' (fairy tales) were frequently passed down through the maternal line. The figure of the grandmother appears prominently in the Brothers Grimm collections, most notably in 'Rotkäppchen' (Little Red Riding Hood), where she represents both vulnerability and the wisdom of the elder generation. This dual nature—fragility in old age combined with a wealth of life experience—is central to the German perception of the word.

Meine Großmutter hat mir immer Geschichten aus ihrer Kindheit erzählt, die während des Krieges stattfand.

Social Significance: In modern Germany, the role of the Großmutter has evolved. With many parents working, grandmothers often take on significant childcare roles, leading to the term 'Leihoma' (loan-grandma) for non-biological elders who assist families.

Die Rolle der Großmutter in der deutschen Literatur ist oft die einer moralischen Instanz.

Linguistic Variants: In various German dialects, you might encounter 'Grosi' (Swiss German), 'Omi' (affectionate), or 'Ahnl' (Bavarian/Austrian archaic).

Zu Weihnachten besuchen wir meine Großmutter im Schwarzwald.

Die Großmütter mütterlicherseits und väterlicherseits verstehen sich sehr gut.

Meine Großmutter ist 85 Jahre alt und noch sehr rüstig.

Using 'Großmutter' correctly involves navigating the nuances of German formality. In written German, especially in biographies, news reports, or formal letters, 'Großmutter' is the standard term. However, in spoken German, using 'Großmutter' can sound overly stiff or distant. Most Germans will switch to 'meine Oma' when talking to friends. If you are introducing your grandmother to a boss or a high-ranking official, 'Das ist meine Großmutter' is appropriate. If you are talking to a child, you might say 'Wo ist deine Großmutter?' though 'Oma' is more common even there.

Genitive Usage: Das Haus meiner Großmutter (My grandmother's house). Note that feminine nouns do not take an -s in the genitive case.

In compound words, 'Großmutter' acts as a prefix to denote generational distance. For example, 'Urgroßmutter' (great-grandmother) and 'Ururgroßmutter' (great-great-grandmother). The logic is additive. When describing traits, one might say 'Sie hat die Augen ihrer Großmutter geerbt' (She inherited her grandmother's eyes). This highlights the genetic and physical connection often discussed in family settings.

Ich schreibe einen Brief an meine Großmutter.

Dative Case: Ich helfe meiner Großmutter im Garten. (I help my grandmother in the garden). The article changes to 'meiner' in the dative.

Die Großmutter mütterlicherseits ist leider schon verstorben.

Adjective Agreement: Meine liebe Großmutter (My dear grandmother). The adjective takes the -e ending for feminine nominative.

Er hat das Rezept von seiner Großmutter gelernt.

Jede Großmutter ist stolz auf ihre Enkelkinder.

Wir feiern den 90. Geburtstag meiner Großmutter.

You will encounter 'Großmutter' in various contexts, from the whimsical world of literature to the dry atmosphere of a government office. In fairy tales, the 'Großmutter' is a staple character. Think of 'Rotkäppchen' (Little Red Riding Hood) or 'Der Wolf und die sieben jungen Geißlein'. In these stories, the word carries a weight of tradition and sometimes mystery. In news reports, if a journalist is speaking about an elderly woman who has achieved something remarkable, they might refer to her as a 'Großmutter von fünf Enkeln' (grandmother of five grandchildren) to emphasize her family status.

In the medical field, a doctor might ask about the health history of your 'Großmutter' to check for hereditary conditions. Here, the formal term is essential. Similarly, in legal contexts regarding inheritance ('Erbrecht'), the term 'Großmutter' defines a specific degree of kinship. In the arts, many German films and plays explore the 'Großmutter-Enkel-Beziehung' (grandmother-grandchild relationship), often highlighting the generational gap and the different perspectives on German history, particularly the post-war era.

On television, especially in 'Heimatfilme' (regional films), the Großmutter is often the wise matriarch of a farm or a small village business. She is the one who keeps the family together when conflict arises. In music, there are folk songs and even modern pop songs that reference the 'Großmutter', though often using the more melodic 'Oma'. However, the formal 'Großmutter' remains the anchor for all these variations.

In den Nachrichten: 'Die 80-jährige Großmutter rettete das Kind.'

Der Arzt fragt: 'Gab es in der Familie Ihrer Großmutter Herzkrankheiten?'

One of the most frequent mistakes for English speakers is using 'Großmutter' in casual conversation where 'Oma' would be much more natural. It's like saying 'Greetings, Mother' instead of 'Hi Mom'. While grammatically correct, it creates a social distance that might not exist. Another common error is the plural form. Learners often try to add an -en or -s (Großmuttern or Großmutters), but the correct plural is 'Großmütter'. Remember: Mutter -> Mütter.

Gender confusion is another pitfall. Since 'Großmutter' ends in -er, some learners mistake it for a masculine noun (like Vater or Bruder). However, the base word is 'Mutter', which is feminine. Therefore, it is always 'die Großmutter', 'eine Großmutter', and 'meine Großmutter'. Using 'mein Großmutter' is a clear sign of an A1-level error. Furthermore, when using the dative case, remember the change to 'meiner'. 'Ich gebe meiner Großmutter das Buch' is correct; 'Ich gebe meine Großmutter das Buch' is incorrect.

Finally, avoid confusing 'Großmutter' with 'Großeltern'. 'Großeltern' is the plural term for both grandparents. If you want to talk about just the grandmother, you must use the specific feminine singular. Also, be careful with the spelling of the 'ß'. If you don't have a German keyboard, 'Grossmutter' is the accepted alternative, but 'Grosmutter' (with one 's') is wrong as it changes the vowel length.

The most common synonym is Oma. While 'Großmutter' is formal, 'Oma' is the warm, everyday term used by almost everyone. Then there is Omi, which is even more affectionate and often used by young children or when trying to be particularly sweet. In some regions, especially in the south or in Austria, you might hear Ahnl or Ahnfrau, though these are becoming increasingly rare and carry a very traditional, almost historical weight.

Großmutter vs. Oma: Großmutter is the 'biological/legal' term; Oma is the 'relational/emotional' term.

Another related term is Schwiegermutter (mother-in-law). While not a synonym, it is often confused by beginners because of the 'Mutter' suffix. A 'Großmutter' can also be a 'Schwiegermutter' to one's parent, but the terms describe different relationships to the speaker. There is also the term Stiefgroßmutter (step-grandmother), which is used when a grandparent remarries.

Urgroßmutter: This refers to the great-grandmother. The prefix 'Ur-' can be stacked indefinitely for further generations.

How Formal Is It?

発音ガイド

韻が合う語

Futter, Butter

難易度

知っておくべき文法

Feminine Noun Declension

Compound Noun Formation

Umlaut Plurals

Possessive Adjectives

Genitive Case for Family

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レベル別の例文

Meine Großmutter ist sehr nett.

My grandmother is very nice.

Subject + verb + adjective.

Das ist die Großmutter von Max.

That is Max's grandmother.

Use of 'von' for possession.

Wie heißt deine Großmutter?

What is your grandmother's name?

Question word 'Wie'.

Meine Großmutter wohnt in Wien.

My grandmother lives in Vienna.

Verb 'wohnen' conjugation.

Ich habe eine Großmutter.

I have a grandmother.

Accusative case 'eine'.

Sie ist meine Großmutter.

She is my grandmother.

Pronoun 'Sie'.

Meine Großmutter kocht Suppe.

My grandmother is cooking soup.

Simple present tense.

Die Großmutter schläft.

The grandmother is sleeping.

Definite article 'Die'.

Ich besuche meine Großmutter am Wochenende.

I am visiting my grandmother on the weekend.

Time expression 'am Wochenende'.

Meine Großmutter hat früher als Ärztin gearbeitet.

My grandmother used to work as a doctor.

Perfect tense 'hat gearbeitet'.

Ich schenke meiner Großmutter Blumen.

I am giving my grandmother flowers.

Dative case 'meiner'.

Ihre Großmutter ist achtzig Jahre alt.

Her grandmother is eighty years old.

Possessive 'Ihre'.

Wir gehen mit der Großmutter spazieren.

We are going for a walk with the grandmother.

Preposition 'mit' + dative.

Meine Großmutter erzählt oft Geschichten.

My grandmother often tells stories.

Adverb 'oft'.

Das Haus meiner Großmutter ist alt.

My grandmother's house is old.

Genitive case 'meiner'.

Meine Großmutter backt den besten Kuchen.

My grandmother bakes the best cake.

Superlative 'den besten'.

Obwohl meine Großmutter alt ist, reist sie viel.

Although my grandmother is old, she travels a lot.

Conjunction 'obwohl'.

Ich erinnere mich gern an meine Großmutter.

I like remembering my grandmother.

Reflexive verb 'sich erinnern an' + accusative.

Meine Großmutter hat mir beigebracht, wie man strickt.

My grandmother taught me how to knit.

Verb 'beibringen' with dative and accusative.

Es ist wichtig, Zeit mit der Großmutter zu verbringen.

It is important to spend time with the grandmother.

Infinitiv mit 'zu'.

Meine Großmutter ist die wichtigste Person in meiner Kindheit gewesen.

My grandmother was the most important person in my childhood.

Perfect tense of 'sein'.

Wenn meine Großmutter kommt, freuen wir uns alle.

When my grandmother comes, we are all happy.

Conditional 'wenn'.

Meine Großmutter legt Wert auf gute Manieren.

My grandmother values good manners.

Idiom 'Wert legen auf'.

Seit dem Tod meiner Großmutter ist es im Haus ruhig.

Since my grandmother's death, it has been quiet in the house.

Preposition 'seit' + dative.

Die Großmutter spielt eine zentrale Rolle in vielen Märchen.

The grandmother plays a central role in many fairy tales.

Abstract noun 'Rolle'.

Meine Großmutter konnte sich noch genau an den Krieg erinnern.

My grandmother could still remember the war exactly.

Modal verb 'konnte'.

Das Erbe meiner Großmutter besteht aus alten Briefen.

My grandmother's legacy consists of old letters.

Genitive 'meiner Großmutter'.

Trotz ihres Alters ist meine Großmutter geistig sehr fit.

Despite her age, my grandmother is mentally very fit.

Preposition 'trotz' + genitive.

Meine Großmutter war eine starke Frau, die sich nie beklagte.

My grandmother was a strong woman who never complained.

Relative clause.

Ich habe die Gelassenheit meiner Großmutter geerbt.

I inherited my grandmother's serenity.

Abstract noun 'Gelassenheit'.

Die Beziehung zu meiner Großmutter war immer von Vertrauen geprägt.

The relationship with my grandmother was always characterized by trust.

Passive-like construction 'geprägt von'.

In der heutigen Gesellschaft übernehmen Großmütter oft die Kinderbetreuung.

In today's society, grandmothers often take over childcare.

Plural 'Großmütter'.

Die Großmutter fungierte als moralischer Kompass der Familie.

The grandmother functioned as the family's moral compass.

Verb 'fungieren als'.

In ihrem Roman thematisiert die Autorin die ambivalente Beziehung zur Großmutter.

In her novel, the author addresses the ambivalent relationship with the grandmother.

Academic verb 'thematisieren'.

Das Porträt zeigt die Großmutter in einer nachdenklichen Pose.

The portrait shows the grandmother in a pensive pose.

Artistic description.

Die Großmutter mütterlicherseits stammte aus einer wohlhabenden Kaufmannsfamilie.

The maternal grandmother came from a wealthy merchant family.

Specific kinship 'mütterlicherseits'.

Es ist faszinierend, wie sehr die Großmutter das Familiennarrativ geprägt hat.

It is fascinating how much the grandmother shaped the family narrative.

Noun 'Familiennarrativ'.

Die Großmutter war die Hüterin der familiären Geheimnisse.

The grandmother was the guardian of family secrets.

Metaphorical 'Hüterin'.

Man erkennt die Züge der Großmutter in den Gesichtern der Urenkel.

One recognizes the grandmother's features in the faces of the great-grandchildren.

Noun 'Züge' (features).

Die Großmutter lehnte jegliche Form von moderner Technik kategorisch ab.

The grandmother categorically rejected any form of modern technology.

Adverb 'kategorisch'.

Die Großmutter wird in der Literatur oft als Bindeglied zwischen den Epochen dargestellt.

The grandmother is often depicted in literature as a link between eras.

Passive voice 'wird dargestellt'.

Die soziokulturelle Bedeutung der Großmutter hat sich im 21. Jahrhundert gewandelt.

The socio-cultural significance of the grandmother has changed in the 21st century.

Complex compound noun.

In der Psychoanalyse wird die Großmutter oft mit dem Archetyp der 'Großen Mutter' assoziiert.

In psychoanalysis, the grandmother is often associated with the 'Great Mother' archetype.

Technical terminology.

Die Großmutter verkörperte eine stoische Ruhe angesichts der widrigen Umstände.

The grandmother embodied a stoic calm in the face of adverse circumstances.

High-level vocabulary 'verkörperte', 'widrig'.

Die Korrespondenz der Großmutter gibt Aufschluss über die Lebensrealität der Nachkriegszeit.

The grandmother's correspondence provides information about the reality of life in the post-war period.

Idiom 'Aufschluss geben über'.

Die Großmutter war zeitlebens eine Verfechterin traditioneller Werte.

The grandmother was a lifelong advocate of traditional values.

Noun 'Verfechterin'.

Die Demenz der Großmutter stellte die Familie vor enorme emotionale Herausforderungen.

The grandmother's dementia presented the family with enormous emotional challenges.

Verb 'stellen vor' + challenges.

Das Ableben der Großmutter markierte das Ende einer Ära für die gesamte Sippe.

The grandmother's passing marked the end of an era for the entire clan.

Formal word 'Ableben', 'Sippe'.

よく使う組み合わせ

liebe Großmutter

verstorbene Großmutter

fürsorgliche Großmutter

Großmutter mütterlicherseits

Großmutter väterlicherseits

meine leibliche Großmutter

strenge Großmutter

weise Großmutter

junge Großmutter

stolze Großmutter

よく使うフレーズ

Wie die Großmutter, so die Enkelin.

Bei Großmutter schmeckt es am besten.

Besuch bei der Großmutter.

Das Erbe der Großmutter.

Großmutter werden.

Erzählungen der Großmutter.

An der Hand der Großmutter.

Im Haus der Großmutter.

Brief an die Großmutter.

Foto der Großmutter.

よく混同される語

Großmutter vs Großvater (Grandfather)

Großmutter vs Großeltern (Grandparents)

Großmutter vs Schwiegermutter (Mother-in-law)

慣用句と表現

"Das kannst du deiner Großmutter erzählen! (Tell it to the marines / I don't believe you!)"

"Zu Großmutters Zeiten (In the old days / a long time ago)"

"Wie bei Großmutter im Schrank (Very old-fashioned)"

"Großmutter-Typ (A grandmotherly type of person)"

"Die Großmutter aller Schlachten (The mother of all battles - rare but used)"

"Den Pelz der Großmutter verkaufen (To sell the family silver)"

"Hinter Großmutters Ofen (In a safe, cozy place)"

"Großmutters Hausmittel (Grandmother's home remedies)"

"Nicht von schlechten Großmüttern sein (To be quite good/impressive - variation of 'Eltern')"

"Das ist für die Großmutter (That's too easy/childish)"

間違えやすい

Großmutter vs Großvater

Male grandparent.

Großmutter vs Stiefmutter

Step-mother, not grandmother.

Großmutter vs Uroma

Great-grandmother (informal).

Großmutter vs Gote

Archaic term for godmother.

Großmutter vs Ahnin

Female ancestor (very formal/poetic).

文型パターン

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使い方

formality

Großmutter is formal; Oma is informal.

plural formation

The only change is the umlaut on the 'u'.

よくある間違い

Mein Großmutter
Die Großmuttern
Ich besuche mein Großmutter
Grosmutter
Oma is a different person

ヒント

Plural Mastery

Always remember the umlaut. 'Großmutter' becomes 'Großmütter'. It's a small change but very important for correct German.

Oma vs. Großmutter

Use 'Oma' in 95% of spoken situations. It sounds warmer and more natural to native ears.

The 'Ur-' Prefix

You can keep adding 'Ur-' to go further back in time. Ururgroßmutter is great-great-grandmother.

Capitalization

Like all German nouns, 'Großmutter' must always start with a capital letter.

Food Connection

If you talk about a 'Großmutter', Germans often think of home-cooked food. Use this in your descriptions!

Long 'O'

The 'o' in 'Groß' is long because of the 'ß'. Make sure not to say it like the 'o' in 'hot'.

Dative Case

When giving something to her, use 'meiner Großmutter'. The 'r' at the end of 'meiner' is the dative marker.

Dialect Watch

In Switzerland, listen for 'Grosi'. It's the same as 'Oma' but very local.

Don't Believe It

If someone says 'Erzähl das deiner Großmutter!', they don't believe what you just said.

Genetics

Use 'Großmutter' when discussing family medical history or DNA results for a more professional tone.

暗記しよう

語源

Germanic

文化的な背景

Grandmothers often prepare traditional dishes like Rouladen or Spätzle.

Grandmothers are central to the Brothers Grimm stories.

The 'Leihoma' system shows how much grandmothers are valued even outside biological families.

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実際の使用場面

会話のきっかけ

"Wie oft besuchst du deine Großmutter?"

"Was ist dein Lieblingsrezept von deiner Großmutter?"

"Welche Geschichten hat dir deine Großmutter erzählt?"

"Siehst du deiner Großmutter ähnlich?"

"Was hast du von deiner Großmutter gelernt?"

日記のテーマ

Beschreibe einen Tag im Haus deiner Großmutter.

Welche Rolle spielen Großmütter in deiner Kultur?

Schreibe einen Brief an deine Großmutter (oder eine fiktive).

Was bedeutet das Wort 'Großmutter' für dich persönlich?

Vergleiche deine Mutter mit deiner Großmutter.

よくある質問

10 問

Yes, usually. You should call her 'Oma' or 'Omi' unless you are writing a formal biography or legal document. Using 'Großmutter' to her face might sound like you are joking or being very distant.

You add the prefix 'Ur-'. So it becomes 'Urgroßmutter'. For 'great-great-grandmother', it is 'Ururgroßmutter'.

The plural is 'die Großmütter'. The 'u' changes to 'ü', and there is no other ending added to the word.

Yes, 'Grossmutter' is correct if you don't have the 'ß' character on your keyboard, or if you are in Switzerland where 'ß' is not used.

Yes, because the base word is 'Mutter', which is always feminine. It always takes 'die' or 'eine'.

A 'Leihoma' (loan-grandma) is an elderly woman who acts as a grandmother for a family she is not biologically related to, often helping with childcare.

You use 'mütterlicherseits' (on the mother's side) and 'väterlicherseits' (on the father's side). For example: 'Meine Großmutter mütterlicherseits'.

Yes, 'Oma' is universally understood and used throughout Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, though regional variants like 'Grosi' exist.

It is an idiom meaning 'a long time ago' or 'in the old days', referring to a time when things were done traditionally.

Many German nouns that end in '-er' and are feminine or masculine change their root vowel to an umlaut to indicate the plural (e.g., Vater -> Väter, Mutter -> Mütter).

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