das Gehirn
Translation
brain
Examples
Das menschliche Gehirn ist sehr komplex.
The human brain is very complex.
Er benutzt sein Gehirn, um das Problem zu lösen.
He uses his brain to solve the problem.
Grammar Patterns
das Gehirn (as subject/object) the brain The brain controls the body.
Similar Words
Verstand (intellect), Geist (mind, spirit)
Etymology
From 'Ge-', a collective prefix, and 'Hirn', meaning brain. It signifies the entire brain as a collective unit.
Memory Tips
The 'Ge-' prefix often indicates a collection, like in 'Gebirge' (mountains). So, 'Gehirn' is the collection of brain matter.