German Phrase
Nimm ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und Wasser mit.
Meaning
The sentence tells someone to take a first‑aid kit and water along, typically as a precaution before going out on a trip, hike, or any activity where safety and hydration are important.
When to use
Use this phrase when you’re giving practical advice before a day‑trip, a camping excursion, a mountain hike, or any situation where being prepared could be crucial.
✦Grammar Breakdown
NimmeinErste‑Hilfe‑SetundWassermit
Imperativ von 'nehmen'
‘Nimm’ is the du‑imperative form of the verb ‘nehmen’ (to take).
Indefinitartikel im Akkusativ
‘ein’ is the accusative neuter indefinite article, matching ‘Erste‑Hilfe‑Set’.
Kompositum: ‘Erste‑Hilfe‑Set’
A compound noun formed with a hyphen; it stays neuter (das Set).
Koordination mit ‘und’
‘und’ simply links two objects that share the same verb.
Unzählbares Substantiv ‘Wasser’
‘Wasser’ is a mass noun, so no article is used.
Partikel ‘mit’ am Satzende
‘mit’ functions as a separable verb particle placed at the end of the clause.
🗨In Conversation
Wir gehen morgen in die Berge wandern.
We’re going hiking in the mountains tomorrow.
Nimm ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und Wasser mit.
Take a first‑aid kit and water with you.
✕Common Mistakes
Nimm mit ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und Wasser.
The separable particle ‘mit’ must go to the end of the clause, not in the middle.
Nimm ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und das Wasser mit.
‘Wasser’ is a mass noun; adding ‘das’ sounds unnatural unless you refer to a specific bottle.
Nimm ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und Wasser mitnehmen.
Avoid duplicating the verb; the imperative already covers ‘mitnehmen’.
↔Alternatives
Pack ein Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und etwas zu trinken ein.
Pack a first‑aid kit and something to drink.
Vergiss nicht das Erste‑Hilfe‑Set und die Wasserflaschen.
Don’t forget the first‑aid kit and the water bottles.
Nimm ein Set für Notfälle und genug Wasser mit.
Take an emergency kit and enough water with you.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries, outdoor activities often require a ‘Erste‑Hilfe‑Set’ by law or by common practice. It’s considered polite and responsible to remind companions to bring one, especially in the Alps where rescue services may be far away.