du
Translation
you
Examples
Wie heißt du?
What is your name?
Du bist mein bester Freund.
You are my best friend.
Was machst du heute?
What are you doing today?
Grammar Patterns
((Nominative)) As the subject of a sentence. Du bist nett.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none; Antonyms: Sie (formal 'you'), ihr (informal plural 'you')
Etymology
From Old High German 'dū', cognate with the archaic English 'thou'.
Memory Tips
Remember 'du' for informal, singular situations, like talking to a 'dear' friend. It's the T-form in the T-V distinction.