viele
Translation
many, a lot of
Examples
Viele Menschen leben in Berlin.
Many people live in Berlin.
Ich habe viele Fragen.
I have many questions.
Grammar Patterns
viele + ((noun pl.)) many (noun) Many people live here. Viele Menschen leben hier.
viele + ((von+3)) many of (sth.) Many of my friends. Viele von meinen Freunden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: numerous, a lot of; Antonyms: few (wenige)
Etymology
From Old High German 'filu', related to Old English 'fela' and indirectly to 'full'.
Memory Tips
Use 'viele' for countable plural nouns, 'viel' for uncountable nouns.