du hast

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Du hast

Description:

Du hast is a German phrase meaning "you have" in English. It is a commonly used phrase in both colloquial and formal speech. In popular culture, it became especially famous as the title of a song by the German band Rammstein.

Senses and Usages:

1. Verb (Second Person Singular Present of "haben"):

When used as a verb, "du hast" translates to "you have" in English. It is used to indicate possession or ownership.

Sample Sentence: Willst du wissen, ob du Geld hast? (Do you want to know if you have money?)

2. Phrase (Song Title):

In popular culture, "Du hast" gained significant recognition as the title of a song by the German band Rammstein. The song explores themes of love, relationships, and commitment.

Sample Sentence: Ich habe gestern "Du hast" von Rammstein gehört. (I listened to "Du hast" by Rammstein yesterday.)

3. Informal Greeting:

"Du hast" can also be used as a casual greeting among friends or acquaintances in some regions, similar to saying "hello" or "what's up" in English.

Sample Sentence: Hallo, du hast! Wie geht es dir? (Hey, what's up? How are you doing?)