treu
Translation
loyal, faithful, true
Examples
Ein Hund ist ein treuer Freund.
A dog is a loyal friend.
Sie ist ihrem Mann treu geblieben.
She remained faithful to her husband.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((sb.dat.)) treu to be loyal/faithful to ((sb.)) She is loyal to her husband.
ein treuer Freund a loyal friend My dog is a loyal friend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: loyal, devoted; Antonyms: untreu (unfaithful)
Etymology
From Old High German 'triuwi' (faithfulness), related to English 'true'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'true' friend, who is always 'treu' (loyal).