die Ehe
Translation
marriage, matrimony
Examples
Die Ehe ist ein wichtiger Schritt.
Marriage is an important step.
Sie führen eine glückliche Ehe.
They have a happy marriage.
Die Ehe wurde nach zehn Jahren geschieden.
The marriage was divorced after ten years.
Grammar Patterns
to enter into a marriage to get married They entered into marriage last year.
to live together unmarried to cohabit Many couples live together unmarried today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Heirat (marriage, wedding); Antonyms: die Scheidung (divorce)
Etymology
From Old High German 'ēwa', meaning 'law, custom, eternity'. It reflects the concept of a lifelong, legally binding contract.
Memory Tips
The sound 'Eh-e' could remind you of a vow, like saying 'Yeah, yeah, I do' at a wedding.