angehör

The word "angehör" is a German verb meaning "to belong" or "to be a member of." It is derived from the verb "hören," which means "to hear" or "to listen." The prefix "an-" can indicate a connection or attachment. Therefore, "angehör" literally suggests a sense of being heard or connected to a group.

In German grammar, "angehör" is a strong verb and is conjugated accordingly. For instance, the present tense first-person singular is "ich gehöre" (I belong), and the past participle is "angehört" (belonged). It is often used in conjunction with prepositions like "zu" (to) to indicate affiliation. For example, "Ich gehöre zu dieser Gruppe" translates to "I belong to this group."

The concept of belonging is central to the meaning of "angehör." It signifies inclusion, membership, and a connection to a larger entity, whether it be a social group, an organization, a family, or a community. The verb can express a feeling of belonging, a formal membership, or a natural association. It implies that an individual or object is part of a whole and shares common characteristics or a shared destiny with that whole. The opposite of belonging would be isolation or exclusion.