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Genus Verbi Glossary of terms
The Genus Verbi is the grammatical category that indicates the relationship between the subject and the action of the verb in a sentence.
Additional Information
- Translations: verbal voice, diathesis
- Related concepts: Aktiv, Passiv, Zustandspassiv, Diathese
Detailed Explanation
In German, there are primarily two verbal voices: Aktiv (active voice) and Passiv (passive voice). The active voice is used when the subject performs the action, while the passive voice is used when the subject receives the action.
Additionally, there is the Zustandspassiv (statal passive), which describes the result of an action. Mastering the Genus Verbi is crucial for expressing oneself correctly in German.
Usage examples of "Genus Verbi"
📝 Some usage examples:
- Der Hund jagt die Katze. (Aktiv)
- Die Katze wird vom Hund gejagt. (Passiv)
- Das Fenster ist geöffnet. (Zustandspassiv)