eigen
Translation
own, characteristic, peculiar
Examples
Ich habe mein eigenes Auto.
I have my own car.
Jedes Land hat seine eigenen Sitten.
Every country has its own customs.
Das ist ein sehr eigener Geschmack.
That is a very peculiar taste.
Grammar Patterns
((my/your/his)) own ((noun)) my/your/his own ... I have my own room.
to call ((sth.)) one's own to possess (sth.) He calls a house his own.
Similar Words
Synonyms: privat, persönlich; Antonyms: fremd
Etymology
From Old High German 'eigan', related to 'owe' and 'own'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Eigentum' (property) - something that is your 'eigen' (own).