das Auge
Translation
eyes
Examples
Sie hat blaue Augen.
She has blue eyes.
Mach bitte die Augen zu!
Please close your eyes!
Grammar Patterns
to open/close one's eyes He tiredly closed his eyes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (none for the body part); Related term: Sehorgan (organ of sight)
Etymology
From Old High German 'ouga', cognate with English 'eye'. Both derive from Proto-Germanic *augô.
Memory Tips
The German 'Auge' and English 'eye' are related. Think of the 'ow' sound in 'Auge' as what you might say if you get something in your eye.