"Wert with you" is an archaic expression derived from Middle English, commonly used during the Early Modern English era. It combines the past tense of the verb "to be" (wert) with the preposition "with" and the pronoun "you". It can be interpreted as an alternative form of the phrase "were with you."
The term "wert" is the second-person singular past tense of the verb "to be" in Early Modern English, commonly used in the thou form. It represents the state of being or existence, relating to a specific time in the past.
The preposition "with" establishes a connection, association, or accompaniment between two or more entities. It implies a sense of togetherness, cooperation, or presence.
The pronoun "you" refers to the second-person plural or singular, denoting the individuals or group being addressed.
Combining these elements, "wert with you" can be understood as an idiomatic expression indicating the state of existence or presence of the second person singular or plural during a specific time in the past, while simultaneously implying a sense of togetherness or association with other individuals or entities.
Given its archaic nature, this phrase is rarely encountered in contemporary usage and is mostly found in historical texts, literature, or plays from the Shakespearean era.
