einig
Translation
some, a few, agreed
Examples
Das kostet einigen Mut.
That takes some courage.
Wir sind uns in diesem Punkt einig.
We agree on this point.
Er hat einige Bücher gekauft.
He bought some books.
Grammar Patterns
some ((plural)): some ... Er hat einige Bücher.
to agree ((with sb.)) ((on sth.)): to agree (with sb.) (on sth.) Wir sind uns einig.
some ((singular)): some ... (with uncountable nouns) Das kostet einigen Mut.
Similar Words
Synonyms: some, several
Etymology
From 'ein' (one) + suffix '-ig'
Memory Tips
Think of 'united' (one); plural 'einige' means 'some' or 'a few'.