middle high german

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A scholar studies a manuscript written in Middle High German.

Definition

Proper noun * Middle High German: A historical stage of the German language, used approximately from 1050 to 1350 AD. It is the form of High German that followed Old High German and preceded Early New High German. This period saw significant literary production, including epic poetry like the Nibelungenlied and the works of poets such as Walther von der Vogelweide.

Usage Notes

• "Middle High German" is always capitalized as it is the name of a specific historical language.
• It functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the language itself.
• It is primarily used in academic, historical, and linguistic contexts.

Examples

• The epic poem by Wolfram von Eschenbach was written in Middle High German.
• Scholars study Middle High German to understand the linguistic transition from Old High German to modern German.
• Many Middle High German texts are preserved in medieval manuscripts.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: The term can be used adjectivally to describe nouns related to this language period.
  • Example: He is an expert in Middle High German literature.
  • Example: The dictionary provides Middle High German pronunciations.

Variants and Related Words

• MHG: A standard abbreviation for Middle High German, frequently used in academic writing and citations.
  • Example: The word is attested in numerous MHG sources.
• Old High German (OHG): The historical stage of the German language preceding Middle High German (c. 750–1050 AD).
• Early New High German (ENHG): The historical stage of the German language following Middle High German (c. 1350–1650 AD).

Synonyms

• There are no direct synonyms for this proper noun, as it names a specific historical entity. In general contexts, it could be described as:
  • The medieval form of High German.
  • High German of the High Middle Ages.

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Noun

1. High German from 1100 to 1500

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