Ihnen

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German[edit]

Etymology[edit]

This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.
Particularly: “Curious how this derived -- not clear how Ihnen could evolve directly from Sie. This looks like it's a form of Ihr. Is this an instance of suppletion?”

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): [ˈʔiːnən]
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Pronoun[edit]

Ihnen

  1. (personal) dative of Sie: you, to you (indirect object; addressing politely or formally one person)

See also[edit]

Further reading[edit]

  • Ihnen” in Duden online