uþþiz

uþþiz is a Gothic word that translates to "us" or "we" in modern English. It is a pronoun and serves as the first-person plural in the Gothic language. The Gothic language, an East Germanic language, was spoken by the Goths, a Germanic people who played a significant role in the late Roman Empire and the early Middle Ages. The word uþþiz appears in surviving Gothic texts, most notably in the Gothic Bible translation by Bishop Wulfila in the 4th century. Its grammatical form indicates its function as a nominative or accusative pronoun, referring to the speakers themselves collectively. Understanding such pronouns is crucial for reconstructing the grammar and usage of the Gothic language, providing insights into the linguistic heritage of the Germanic family. The existence and usage of uþþiz demonstrate the common Indo-European roots shared by many European languages.