DETERMINER

dies/diːs/this; these

dies is a German determiner that means this or these. It is pronounced /diːs/.

Definitions

1.used to indicate a specific person, thing, or group that is near or just mentioned(demonstrative)

a.referring to a singular feminine thing/person

Diese Blume gefällt mir.—I like this flower.

b.referring to plural things/persons of any gender

Diese Bücher sind neu.—These books are new.

Frequently asked questions

What does "dies" mean in English?
"dies" means this or these. It is a German determiner.
How do you pronounce "dies"?
"dies" is pronounced /diːs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "dies"?
"dies" is a determiner in German.

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