Hallo Leute! 👋
Today, let’s answer another question we received: What is the difference between erinnern and sich erinnern in German?
This blog will help you understand when and how to use these verbs. 📚📝
Explanation:
Using Erinnern:
Erinnern is a regular verb. It means to remind. You use it when you want to remind someone of something or to do something.
For example:
Ich erinnere dich an das Treffen. (I remind you about the meeting.) 📅
Using Sich Erinnern:
When combined with sich, sich erinnern becomes a reflexive verb.
Reflexive verbs often have different meanings. In this case, it means to remember.
For example:
Ich erinnere mich an meine Kindheit. (I remember my childhood.) 🧸
Summary:
To distinguish between erinnern and sich erinnern:
- Use erinnern to remind someone of something. 📝
- Use sich erinnern to remember something yourself. 💭
Extra Examples:
Here are some extra examples to help you practice:
A- Er erinnert sich an seinen ersten Schultag. (He remembers his first day of school.) 🎒 – Using sich erinnern
B- Kannst du mich an den Termin erinnern? (Can you remind me about the appointment?) ⏰ – Using erinnern
C- Wir erinnern uns an den schönen Urlaub. (We remember the beautiful vacation.) 🌴 – Using sich erinnern
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