vielen
Translation
many, a lot of
Examples
Vielen Dank für Ihre Hilfe.
Many thanks for your help.
Ich habe mit vielen Leuten gesprochen.
I have spoken with many people.
Grammar Patterns
((mit+3)) to speak with many... I speak with many colleagues.
((für+4)) to thank for... Many thanks for the present.
Similar Words
Synonyms: manchen (some); Antonyms: wenigen (few)
Etymology
From Old High German 'filu' (much). The '-en' ending is a common declension for plural dative or masculine singular accusative.
Memory Tips
Learn it with the key phrase 'Vielen Dank!' (Many thanks!). The '-en' often signals plural or a specific case.