Dictionary
English - German
Him
hɪm
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
ihn, ihm, er
Him meanings in German
ihn
Example:
I saw him at the store.
Ich habe ihn im Laden gesehen.
She gave him a book as a gift.
Sie hat ihm ein Buch geschenkt.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to a male person or object as the direct object of a verb.
Note: In German, the pronoun 'ihn' is used when 'him' is the direct object of a verb.
ihm
Example:
I talked to him yesterday.
Ich habe gestern mit ihm gesprochen.
She is close to him.
Sie ist ihm nahe.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to a male person or object as the indirect object of a verb.
Note: In German, the pronoun 'ihm' is used when 'him' is the indirect object of a verb.
er
Example:
Him? He's a good friend of mine.
Ihn? Er ist ein guter Freund von mir.
I don't know him very well.
Ich kenne ihn nicht sehr gut.
Usage: formalContext: Referring to a male person as the subject of a sentence.
Note: In German, the pronoun 'er' is used when 'him' is the subject of a sentence.
Him's synonyms
He
The pronoun 'he' is used to refer to a male person or animal.
Example: He is coming to the party tonight.
Note: Similar in meaning to 'him', but used as a subject pronoun instead of an object pronoun.
That guy
The phrase 'that guy' is a colloquial way to refer to a male person, often used in informal contexts.
Example: That guy over there is the one I was talking about.
Note: Less formal than using 'him', and adds a more informal or conversational tone.
The man
The phrase 'the man' is a way to refer to a male person, usually in a specific or identifiable context.
Example: The man in the suit is the CEO of the company.
Note: More specific and descriptive than using 'him', as it refers to a particular male individual.
Him expressions, common phrases
Give him a hand
To help or applaud someone.
Example: Let's give him a hand with carrying those boxes.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to refer to a specific person receiving help or applause.
Leave him in the dust
To defeat someone easily or to move much faster than them.
Example: With his speed, he'll leave him in the dust during the race.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to emphasize the person being defeated or outpaced.
Behind him
To be finished with a difficult or troubling situation.
Example: With all the hard work he's put in, failure is now behind him.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to show that the difficulty is no longer affecting the person.
Count him out
To underestimate someone's abilities or chances of success.
Example: Don't count him out just yet; he always surprises us.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to emphasize the person being underestimated.
Talk him into
To persuade or convince someone to do something.
Example: I finally talked him into joining us for the trip.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to specify the person being persuaded.
Get on with him
To have a good relationship or rapport with someone.
Example: I can't stand working with him; I just can't get on with him.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to refer to a specific individual in the context of a relationship.
Not look at him
To avoid looking at or interacting with someone due to negative feelings.
Example: I can't even look at him after what he did.
Note: The phrase uses 'him' to denote the specific person causing the negative emotions.
Him everyday (slang) expressions
Himbo
A himbo is a male character who is attractive but perceived as being unintelligent or airheaded.
Example: He may not be the smartest guy in the room, but he's a total himbo.
Note: The term himbo combines 'him' with 'bimbo,' which is typically used to describe a woman who is attractive but stereotypically deemed unintelligent.
Himster
A himster is a term that combines 'him' with 'hipster' and refers to a guy who follows current trends or fashions, especially in an exaggerated or unconventional way.
Example: He's such a himster, always cracking jokes and making everyone laugh.
Note: While 'hipster' typically describes a specific subculture, 'himster' specifically denotes a guy who aligns with or exaggeratedly embodies hipster characteristics.
Him-larious
Him-larious is a play on words combining 'him' and 'hilarious,' used to humorously describe something he does or says that is amusing.
Example: His jokes are always so him-larious; I can't help but laugh!
Note: This term is a wordplay that emphasizes the humor coming specifically from him, adding a touch of whimsy to the expression of hilarity.
Him - Examples
He gave the book to him
Er gab ihm das Buch.
I saw him at the park.
Ich sah ihn im Park.
I gave him a present.
Ich gab ihm ein Geschenk.
She loves him very much.
Sie liebt ihn sehr.
Him grammar
Him - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Personal pronoun (Personal pronoun)
Lemma: he
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Him Contains 1 syllables: him
Phonetic transcription: im
him , im (The red syllable is stressed)
Him - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Him: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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