Casual Flashcards
Zog aus
“Zog aus” is the simple past tense form of the German verb “ausziehen,” which has two primary meanings: “to move out” and “to take off” (clothing).
Explanation:
- When referring to moving out, “ausziehen” means to leave a residence or place of stay.
- When referring to taking off clothing, “ausziehen” means to remove an item of clothing.
Example (moving out):
“Er zog aus der Wohnung aus und zog in eine neue Stadt.” (He moved out of the apartment and moved to a new city.)
Example (taking off clothing):
“Sie zog ihren Mantel aus, als sie ins Haus kam.” (She took off her coat when she came into the house.)
Usage:
“Zog aus” is used in past narratives to describe either moving out from a place or removing clothing, depending on the context. The meaning is usually clear from the surrounding text or conversation.
Vermische
“Vermische” is a form of the German verb “vermischen,” which means “to mix” or “to blend” in English. Specifically, “vermische” is the first person singular present tense form (“ich vermische”) or the imperative form used when giving a command (“vermische!”).
Explanation:
“Vermischen” refers to the action of combining different substances or elements so that they form a single, homogeneous mixture.
Example:
- First person singular present tense: “Ich vermische die Zutaten für den Teig.” (I mix the ingredients for the dough.)
- Imperative form: “Vermische alle Zutaten gründlich.” (Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.)
Usage:
“Vermischen” can be used in various contexts, such as cooking, chemistry, or any situation where combining different elements is required. The form “vermische” will change depending on the subject or the imperative mood.
Betreten
“Betreten” is a German verb that translates to “to enter” or “to step into” in English. It refers to the act of going into a place or stepping onto a surface.
Explanation:
“Betreten” is used to describe the action of entering a space, such as a room, building, or area. It can also refer to stepping onto a surface, like a field or a platform.
Example:
“Bitte die Baustelle nicht betreten.” (Please do not enter the construction site.)
“Nachdem er das Haus betreten hatte, zog er seine Schuhe aus.” (After he entered the house, he took off his shoes.)
Past forms:
- Simple Past (Präteritum): “betrat”
- “Er betrat das Zimmer.” (He entered the room.)
- Past Participle (Partizip II): “betreten”
- “Er hat das Zimmer betreten.” (He has entered the room.)
Usage:
“Betreten” is commonly used in contexts where someone is moving into a new space or stepping onto a surface. It emphasizes the action of crossing a boundary or threshold.
Steuern
“Steuern” is a German verb that can have two primary meanings depending on the context: “to steer” or “to control,” and “taxes” when used as a noun.
Explanation as a verb:
As a verb, “steuern” means to guide, direct, or control the movement of a vehicle or other objects, or to manage or regulate a process or system.
Example as a verb:
- “Er steuert das Auto vorsichtig durch den dichten Verkehr.” (He steers the car carefully through the heavy traffic.)
- “Sie steuert das Projekt sehr erfolgreich.” (She manages the project very successfully.)
Past forms as a verb:
- Simple Past (Präteritum): “steuerte”
- “Er steuerte das Schiff sicher in den Hafen.” (He steered the ship safely into the harbor.)
- Past Participle (Partizip II): “gesteuert”
- “Er hat das Auto immer sicher gesteuert.” (He has always steered the car safely.)
Explanation as a noun:
As a noun, “Steuern” (plural of “Steuer”) means “taxes,” referring to mandatory financial charges or levies imposed by a government on individuals or entities.
Example as a noun:
- “Die Steuern sind in diesem Land sehr hoch.” (The taxes are very high in this country.)
- “Er muss seine Steuern bis Ende des Monats bezahlen.” (He must pay his taxes by the end of the month.)
Usage:
“Steuern” is versatile and can be used in various contexts to refer to the action of controlling or managing something, as well as referring to the financial obligations imposed by the government. The meaning is usually clear from the context in which it is used.
Fürchtete
It seems you might be referring to the German verb “fürchten,” which means “to fear.” The correct past form of “fürchten” is “fürchtete.”
Explanation:
“Fürchten” means to be afraid or to fear something. “Fürchtete” is the simple past tense form of this verb.
Example:
“Als Kind fürchtete er sich vor Dunkelheit.” (As a child, he was afraid of the dark.)
Past forms:
- Simple Past (Präteritum): “fürchtete”
- “Sie fürchtete die Konsequenzen ihrer Entscheidung.” (She feared the consequences of her decision.)
- Past Participle (Partizip II): “gefürchtet”
- “Er hat immer die Einsamkeit gefürchtet.” (He has always feared loneliness.)
Usage:
“Fürchtete” is used to describe fear or apprehension that occurred in the past. It can be used in various contexts where someone experienced fear or anxiety about something.
Sprang
“Sprang” is the simple past tense form of the German verb “springen,” which means “to jump” or “to leap” in English.
Explanation:
“Springen” refers to the action of propelling oneself off the ground or another surface using one’s legs or a similar motion. “Sprang” indicates that this action took place in the past.
Example:
“Der Hund sprang über den Zaun.” (The dog jumped over the fence.)
Past forms:
- Simple Past (Präteritum): “sprang”
- “Sie sprang ins Wasser, ohne zu zögern.” (She jumped into the water without hesitation.)
- Past Participle (Partizip II): “gesprungen”
- “Er ist hoch gesprungen.” (He has jumped high.)
Usage:
“Sprang” is used to describe a jumping action that occurred in the past. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing athletic activities, playful actions, or any scenario involving a leap or jump.
Behörden
“Behörden” is a German noun that translates to “authorities” or “officials” in English. It refers to government agencies or administrative bodies responsible for enforcing laws, regulations, and providing public services. Here’s a detailed explanation of its usage:
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Government Agencies:
- Administrative Bodies: Refers to organizations or institutions established by the government to perform specific functions, such as law enforcement, taxation, public health, etc.
- Example: Die Behörden sind für die Ausstellung von Reisepässen zuständig. (The authorities are responsible for issuing passports.)
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Official Authorities:
- Legal Entities: Refers to the officials or representatives who hold positions of authority within government agencies.
- Example: Die Behörden haben den Verdächtigen verhaftet. (The authorities have arrested the suspect.)
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Government Agencies:
- Law Enforcement: Die örtlichen Behörden sind für die Sicherheit der Bürger verantwortlich. (Local authorities are responsible for the safety of citizens.)
- Health Authorities: Die Gesundheitsbehörden überwachen die Einhaltung der Hygienevorschriften. (Health authorities monitor compliance with hygiene regulations.)
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Official Authorities:
- Judicial Authorities: Die Behörden haben eine Untersuchung eingeleitet. (The authorities have initiated an investigation.)
- Tax Authorities: Die Steuerbehörden prüfen die Steuererklärungen der Unternehmen. (Tax authorities audit the tax returns of businesses.)
- Plural Form: “Behörden” is the plural form of “Behörde” (authority). It refers to multiple government agencies or officials collectively.
- Variants: Depending on the context, “Behörden” can refer to different types of government bodies, such as police departments, regulatory agencies, public services, etc.
- Formal Context: “Behörden” is often used in formal or official contexts, such as legal documents, news reports, or administrative communications.
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Government Agencies:
- Die Behörden haben eine neue Verordnung erlassen. (The authorities have issued a new regulation.)
- Die Umweltbehörden überwachen den Zustand der Gewässer. (Environmental authorities monitor the condition of the waters.)
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Official Authorities:
- Die Behörden haben den Bau des neuen Krankenhauses genehmigt. (The authorities have approved the construction of the new hospital.)
- Die Behörden haben Maßnahmen zur Bekämpfung der Korruption ergriffen. (The authorities have taken measures to combat corruption.)
By understanding the various contexts in which “Behörden” is used, you can better comprehend its role in the German administrative and governmental system.
getrennt
Ah, I see! You’re asking for the word “getrennt,” which means “separated” or “apart” in English. Here’s how you can use it in a sentence:
“Ich habe meine Wäsche nach Farben getrennt.” (I separated my laundry by colors.)
If you need more information or examples, feel free to ask!
Ergänzen
Ah, you’re asking for the word “ergänzen,” which means “to complete” or “to supplement” in English. Here’s how you can use it in a sentence:
“Bitte ergänzen Sie den Satz.” (Please complete the sentence.)
If you need further assistance or examples, just let me know!
Zuordnen
Separable verb
Yes, “zuordnen” is the verb in the imperative form. It means “to assign” or “to classify” in English. So, “Ordnen sie zu” translates to “Assign” or “Classify” in English. It’s a command directed at someone to perform the action of assigning or classifying something.
sauer
“Sauer” translates to “sour” or “angry” in English, depending on the context. Here’s how you can use it in both senses:
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Sour:
- “Die Zitrone schmeckt sauer.” (The lemon tastes sour.)
- “Das Getränk ist zu sauer.” (The drink is too sour.)
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Angry:
- “Er ist sauer auf mich, weil ich seinen Anruf verpasst habe.” (He is angry at me because I missed his call.)
- “Sie sah sauer aus, als sie den Brief las.” (She looked angry as she read the letter.)
If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Peinlich
“Peinlich” translates to “embarrassing” or “awkward” in English. It describes a situation or behavior that causes discomfort, embarrassment, or unease. Here’s how you can use it in a sentence:
“Es war mir peinlich, als ich meinen Namen falsch aussprach.” (It was embarrassing for me when I mispronounced my name.)
If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
dreht
“Dreht” is the third-person singular present tense of the verb “drehen,” which means “to turn” or “to rotate” in English. It can be used in various contexts, from describing physical rotation to figurative uses. Here are some examples and explanations:
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Physical Turning:
- Sentence: Der Wind dreht die Windmühle.
- Translation: The wind turns the windmill.
- Sentence: Er dreht den Schlüssel im Schloss.
- Translation: He turns the key in the lock.
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Figurative Turning:
- Sentence: Die Diskussion dreht sich um das Hauptthema.
- Translation: The discussion revolves around the main topic.
- Sentence: Alles dreht sich um ihre Hochzeit.
- Translation: Everything revolves around her wedding.
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Film and Media:
- Sentence: Der Regisseur dreht einen neuen Film.
- Translation: The director is shooting a new film.
- ich drehe (I turn)
- du drehst (you turn)
- er/sie/es dreht (he/she/it turns)
- wir drehen (we turn)
- ihr dreht (you all turn)
- sie/Sie drehen (they/you (formal) turn)
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Perfect Tense:
- Sentence: Ich habe den Knopf gedreht.
- Translation: I have turned the knob.
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Future Tense:
- Sentence: Er wird den Schalter drehen.
- Translation: He will turn the switch.
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Past Tense:
- Sentence: Wir drehten das Rad.
- Translation: We turned the wheel.
When “drehen” is used reflexively (sich drehen), it means “to turn oneself” or “to revolve”:
- Sentence: Die Erde dreht sich um die Sonne.
- Translation: The Earth revolves around the Sun.
- Sentence: Der Tänzer dreht sich auf der Bühne.
- Translation: The dancer spins on the stage.
Understanding the context in which “drehen” is used will help you grasp its meaning more precisely. If you have more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
ausgelaufen
“Ausgelaufen” is the past participle of the verb “auslaufen,” which can mean “to leak,” “to expire,” or “to sail out” depending on the context. Here are detailed explanations and examples for each meaning:
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To Leak:
- When referring to liquids, “auslaufen” means to leak or spill.
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Example: Die Milch ist aus der Flasche ausgelaufen.
- Translation: The milk has leaked from the bottle.
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To Expire/To End:
- When referring to time, subscriptions, or contracts, “auslaufen” means to expire or come to an end.
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Example: Mein Vertrag ist gestern ausgelaufen.
- Translation: My contract expired yesterday.
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To Sail Out:
- When referring to ships, “auslaufen” means to sail out or depart.
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Example: Das Schiff ist aus dem Hafen ausgelaufen.
- Translation: The ship has sailed out of the harbor.
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Present Tense:
- ich laufe aus (I leak/sail out/expire)
- du läufst aus (you leak/sail out/expire)
- er/sie/es läuft aus (he/she/it leaks/sails out/expires)
- wir laufen aus (we leak/sail out/expire)
- ihr lauft aus (you all leak/sail out/expire)
- sie/Sie laufen aus (they/you (formal) leak/sail out/expire)
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Perfect Tense:
- ich bin ausgelaufen (I have leaked/sailed out/expired)
- du bist ausgelaufen (you have leaked/sailed out/expired)
- er/sie/es ist ausgelaufen (he/she/it has leaked/sailed out/expired)
- wir sind ausgelaufen (we have leaked/sailed out/expired)
- ihr seid ausgelaufen (you all have leaked/sailed out/expired)
- sie/Sie sind ausgelaufen (they/you (formal) have leaked/sailed out/expired)
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Future Tense:
- ich werde auslaufen (I will leak/sail out/expire)
- du wirst auslaufen (you will leak/sail out/expire)
- er/sie/es wird auslaufen (he/she/it will leak/sail out/expire)
- wir werden auslaufen (we will leak/sail out/expire)
- ihr werdet auslaufen (you all will leak/sail out/expire)
- sie/Sie werden auslaufen (they/you (formal) will leak/sail out/expire)
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To Leak:
- Die Tinte ist aus dem Stift ausgelaufen.
- Translation: The ink has leaked from the pen.
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To Expire/To End:
- Die Garantie für mein Auto ist letzte Woche ausgelaufen.
- Translation: The warranty for my car expired last week.
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To Sail Out:
- Das Kreuzfahrtschiff ist gestern Abend ausgelaufen.
- Translation: The cruise ship sailed out last night.
Understanding the context in which “ausgelaufen” is used will help you grasp its meaning accurately. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
Wegfallen
“Wegfallen” is a separable verb in German that translates to “to be omitted,” “to be dropped,” or “to be discontinued” in English. It is often used to indicate that something is no longer necessary, is being eliminated, or is ceasing to exist. Here are some examples and explanations for its usage:
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To Be Omitted:
- Sentence: Dieser Abschnitt kann wegfallen.
- Translation: This section can be omitted.
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To Be Dropped:
- Sentence: Die zusätzlichen Gebühren sind weggefallen.
- Translation: The additional fees have been dropped.
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To Be Discontinued:
- Sentence: Die alten Regeln sind jetzt weggefallen.
- Translation: The old rules have now been discontinued.
- ich falle weg (I am omitted)
- du fällst weg (you are omitted)
- er/sie/es fällt weg (he/she/it is omitted)
- wir fallen weg (we are omitted)
- ihr fallt weg (you all are omitted)
- sie/Sie fallen weg (they/you (formal) are omitted)
- ich bin weggefallen (I have been omitted)
- du bist weggefallen (you have been omitted)
- er/sie/es ist weggefallen (he/she/it has been omitted)
- wir sind weggefallen (we have been omitted)
- ihr seid weggefallen (you all have been omitted)
- sie/Sie sind weggefallen (they/you (formal) have been omitted)
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To Be Omitted:
- In der neuen Ausgabe des Buches ist das Kapitel weggefallen.
- Translation: The chapter has been omitted in the new edition of the book.
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To Be Dropped:
- Wegen der neuen Regelung sind die alten Vorschriften weggefallen.
- Translation: Due to the new regulation, the old rules have been dropped.
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To Be Discontinued:
- Der Kurs fällt aufgrund mangelnder Teilnehmer weg.
- Translation: The course is being discontinued due to a lack of participants.
Understanding how “wegfallen” is used in different contexts will help you grasp its meaning and usage more effectively. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
begeben
“Begeben” is a German verb that generally means “to proceed,” “to happen,” or “to embark on.” It is often used reflexively as “sich begeben,” meaning “to go” or “to proceed to a place.”
Conjugation of “begeben” in Different Tenses:
Present Tense:
- ich begebe mich (I proceed)
- du begibst dich (you proceed)
- er/sie/es begibt sich (he/she/it proceeds)
- wir begeben uns (we proceed)
- ihr begebt euch (you all proceed)
- sie/Sie begeben sich (they/you (formal) proceed)
Simple Past (Präteritum):
- ich begab mich (I proceeded)
- du begabst dich (you proceeded)
- er/sie/es begab sich (he/she/it proceeded)
- wir begaben uns (we proceeded)
- ihr begabt euch (you all proceeded)
- sie/Sie begaben sich (they/you (formal) proceeded)
Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- ich habe mich begeben (I have proceeded)
- du hast dich begeben (you have proceeded)
- er/sie/es hat sich begeben (he/she/it has proceeded)
- wir haben uns begeben (we have proceeded)
- ihr habt euch begeben (you all have proceeded)
- sie/Sie haben sich begeben (they/you (formal) have proceeded)
Examples of “begeben” in Sentences:
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Reflexive Use:
- Sentence: Wir begeben uns jetzt zur Konferenz.
- Translation: We are now proceeding to the conference.
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Describing an Event:
- Sentence: Es begab sich, dass sie sich verliebten.
- Translation: It happened that they fell in love.
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Embarking on a Journey:
- Sentence: Sie begab sich auf eine lange Reise.
- Translation: She embarked on a long journey.
Practice Sentences:
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Medical Context:
- Sentence: Nach dem Unfall begab er sich sofort ins Krankenhaus.
- Translation: After the accident, he immediately proceeded to the hospital.
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Historical Context:
- Sentence: Es begab sich im Jahr 1620, dass die Pilgerväter die Mayflower bestiegen.
- Translation: It happened in the year 1620 that the Pilgrims boarded the Mayflower.
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Daily Life Context:
- Sentence: Begeben Sie sich bitte zum Ausgang.
- Translation: Please proceed to the exit.
Usage in Different Contexts:
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Formal Use:
- Sentence: Der Direktor begibt sich zur Besprechung.
- Translation: The director proceeds to the meeting.
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Storytelling:
- Sentence: Es begab sich an einem sonnigen Tag, dass sie sich trafen.
- Translation: It happened on a sunny day that they met.
By understanding how to conjugate and use “begeben” in different contexts, you can effectively communicate the act of proceeding, happening, or embarking on something in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
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Fressen
“Fressen” is a German verb that means “to eat” when referring to animals. It can also be used figuratively or pejoratively for humans, implying ravenous or messy eating.
Conjugation of “fressen” in Different Tenses:
Present Tense:
- ich fresse (I eat)
- du frisst (you eat)
- er/sie/es frisst (he/she/it eats)
- wir fressen (we eat)
- ihr fresst (you all eat)
- sie/Sie fressen (they/you (formal) eat)
Simple Past (Präteritum):
- ich fraß (I ate)
- du fraßest (you ate)
- er/sie/es fraß (he/she/it ate)
- wir fraßen (we ate)
- ihr fraßt (you all ate)
- sie/Sie fraßen (they/you (formal) ate)
Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- ich habe gefressen (I have eaten)
- du hast gefressen (you have eaten)
- er/sie/es hat gefressen (he/she/it has eaten)
- wir haben gefressen (we have eaten)
- ihr habt gefressen (you all have eaten)
- sie/Sie haben gefressen (they/you (formal) have eaten)
Examples of “fressen” in Sentences:
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Referring to Animals:
- Sentence: Der Hund frisst sein Futter.
- Translation: The dog eats its food.
- Sentence: Die Kühe fraßen auf der Weide.
- Translation: The cows were eating in the pasture.
- Sentence: Die Katze hat die Maus gefressen.
- Translation: The cat has eaten the mouse.
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Pejorative Use for Humans:
- Sentence: Er frisst wie ein Schwein.
- Translation: He eats like a pig.
Practice Sentences:
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Zoo Context:
- Sentence: Im Zoo frisst der Löwe jeden Tag frisches Fleisch.
- Translation: In the zoo, the lion eats fresh meat every day.
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Figurative Use:
- Sentence: Der Rost frisst das Metall.
- Translation: The rust eats away at the metal.
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In a Children’s Story:
- Sentence: Der Wolf fraß das kleine Lamm.
- Translation: The wolf ate the little lamb.
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Describing Habits:
- Sentence: Die Pferde fressen gerne Heu.
- Translation: The horses like to eat hay.
Understanding the different uses and conjugations of “fressen” will help you use it accurately in various contexts. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
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Beherrschen
“Beherrschen” is a German verb that means “to master,” “to control,” or “to dominate.” It is often used to describe proficiency or complete control over a skill, subject, or situation.
- ich beherrsche (I master/control)
- du beherrschst (you master/control)
- er/sie/es beherrscht (he/she/it masters/controls)
- wir beherrschen (we master/control)
- ihr beherrscht (you all master/control)
- sie/Sie beherrschen (they/you (formal) master/control)
- ich beherrschte (I mastered/controlled)
- du beherrschtest (you mastered/controlled)
- er/sie/es beherrschte (he/she/it mastered/controlled)
- wir beherrschten (we mastered/controlled)
- ihr beherrschtet (you all mastered/controlled)
- sie/Sie beherrschten (they/you (formal) mastered/controlled)
- ich habe beherrscht (I have mastered/controlled)
- du hast beherrscht (you have mastered/controlled)
- er/sie/es hat beherrscht (he/she/it has mastered/controlled)
- wir haben beherrscht (we have mastered/controlled)
- ihr habt beherrscht (you all have mastered/controlled)
- sie/Sie haben beherrscht (they/you (formal) have mastered/controlled)
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Present Tense:
- Sentence: Sie beherrscht mehrere Sprachen.
- Translation: She masters several languages.
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Simple Past (Präteritum):
- Sentence: Er beherrschte die Situation mit Ruhe.
- Translation: He controlled the situation with calm.
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Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- Sentence: Ich habe die Grundlagen der Mathematik beherrscht.
- Translation: I have mastered the basics of mathematics.
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Language Proficiency:
- Sentence: Er beherrscht Englisch und Deutsch fließend.
- Translation: He masters English and German fluently.
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Skill Mastery:
- Sentence: Sie beherrscht das Klavierspielen perfekt.
- Translation: She has mastered playing the piano perfectly.
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Control in a Situation:
- Sentence: Er beherrscht seine Emotionen sehr gut.
- Translation: He controls his emotions very well.
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Academic Context:
- Sentence: Die Schülerin beherrscht den Stoff des letzten Jahres.
- Translation: The student masters the material from last year.
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Professional Skills:
- Sentence: Er beherrscht alle notwendigen Techniken für diesen Job.
- Translation: He masters all the necessary techniques for this job.
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Art and Performance:
- Sentence: Sie beherrscht die Kunst des Schauspiels.
- Translation: She masters the art of acting.
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Leadership and Management:
- Sentence: Der Manager beherrscht die Herausforderungen der Branche.
- Translation: The manager masters the challenges of the industry.
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Personal Development:
- Sentence: Es ist wichtig, sich selbst zu beherrschen.
- Translation: It is important to control oneself.
The reflexive form “sich beherrschen” means “to control oneself.”
- Sentence: Sie kann sich in schwierigen Situationen gut beherrschen.
- Translation: She can control herself well in difficult situations.
- Sentence: Er beherrschte sich, obwohl er sehr wütend war.
- Translation: He controlled himself, although he was very angry.
- Sentence: Ich habe mich unter Stress immer gut beherrscht.
- Translation: I have always controlled myself well under stress.
Understanding how to conjugate and use “beherrschen” in different contexts will help you accurately express the idea of mastering or controlling something in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
Entfernt
“Entfernt” is the past participle of the German verb “entfernen,” which means “to remove” or “to distance.” As a past participle, it is used in perfect tenses and passive constructions. Additionally, “entfernt” can be used as an adjective meaning “distant” or “remote.”
- ich entferne (I remove)
- du entfernst (you remove)
- er/sie/es entfernt (he/she/it removes)
- wir entfernen (we remove)
- ihr entfernt (you all remove)
- sie/Sie entfernen (they/you (formal) remove)
- ich entfernte (I removed)
- du entferntest (you removed)
- er/sie/es entfernte (he/she/it removed)
- wir entfernten (we removed)
- ihr entferntet (you all removed)
- sie/Sie entfernten (they/you (formal) removed)
- ich habe entfernt (I have removed)
- du hast entfernt (you have removed)
- er/sie/es hat entfernt (he/she/it has removed)
- wir haben entfernt (we have removed)
- ihr habt entfernt (you all have removed)
- sie/Sie haben entfernt (they/you (formal) have removed)
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Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- Sentence: Ich habe den Fleck entfernt.
- Translation: I have removed the stain.
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Past Perfect (Plusquamperfekt):
- Sentence: Er hatte die alten Dateien entfernt.
- Translation: He had removed the old files.
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Future Perfect (Futur II):
- Sentence: Bis morgen werde ich den Müll entfernt haben.
- Translation: By tomorrow, I will have removed the trash.
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Describing Distance:
- Sentence: Der Bahnhof ist nicht weit entfernt.
- Translation: The train station is not far away.
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Describing Remoteness:
- Sentence: Das Dorf ist sehr abgelegen und entfernt.
- Translation: The village is very isolated and remote.
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General Use (Removal):
- Sentence: Der Chirurg hat den Tumor erfolgreich entfernt.
- Translation: The surgeon successfully removed the tumor.
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Using “entfernt” as Adjective (Distance):
- Sentence: Die Stadt liegt etwa 50 Kilometer entfernt.
- Translation: The city is about 50 kilometers away.
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Context of Cleaning:
- Sentence: Sie hat das Graffiti von der Wand entfernt.
- Translation: She removed the graffiti from the wall.
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Describing Emotional Distance:
- Sentence: Er fühlte sich emotional entfernt von seiner Familie.
- Translation: He felt emotionally distant from his family.
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Technical or Medical:
- Sentence: Der Techniker hat den defekten Teil entfernt.
- Translation: The technician removed the defective part.
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Geographical Distance:
- Sentence: Das Ferienhaus ist weit von der Stadt entfernt.
- Translation: The vacation home is far from the city.
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Personal Relationships:
- Sentence: Nach dem Streit fühlte sie sich von ihren Freunden entfernt.
- Translation: After the argument, she felt distant from her friends.
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Work and Tasks:
- Sentence: Der Manager hat die unnötigen Schritte aus dem Prozess entfernt.
- Translation: The manager removed the unnecessary steps from the process.
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Present Tense Passive:
- Sentence: Der Müll wird jeden Morgen entfernt.
- Translation: The trash is removed every morning.
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Past Tense Passive:
- Sentence: Der Fehler wurde gestern entfernt.
- Translation: The error was removed yesterday.
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Present Perfect Passive:
- Sentence: Der Baum ist schon entfernt worden.
- Translation: The tree has already been removed.
By understanding the usage of “entfernt” as both a past participle and an adjective, you can accurately describe removal and distance in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
Gewöhnen
“Gewöhnen” is a German verb that means “to get used to” or “to accustom.” It is often used in its reflexive form “sich gewöhnen an,” which means “to get used to” or “to become accustomed to.”
Conjugation of “gewöhnen” in Different Tenses:
Present Tense:
- ich gewöhne (I accustom)
- du gewöhnst (you accustom)
- er/sie/es gewöhnt (he/she/it accustoms)
- wir gewöhnen (we accustom)
- ihr gewöhnt (you all accustom)
- sie/Sie gewöhnen (they/you (formal) accustom)
Simple Past (Präteritum):
- ich gewöhnte (I accustomed)
- du gewöhnstest (you accustomed)
- er/sie/es gewöhnte (he/she/it accustomed)
- wir gewöhnten (we accustomed)
- ihr gewöhntet (you all accustomed)
- sie/Sie gewöhnten (they/you (formal) accustomed)
Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- ich habe gewöhnt (I have accustomed)
- du hast gewöhnt (you have accustomed)
- er/sie/es hat gewöhnt (he/she/it has accustomed)
- wir haben gewöhnt (we have accustomed)
- ihr habt gewöhnt (you all have accustomed)
- sie/Sie haben gewöhnt (they/you (formal) have accustomed)
Using “sich gewöhnen an”:
When using the reflexive form “sich gewöhnen an,” you need to include the reflexive pronoun and the preposition “an” followed by the accusative case.
Present Tense:
- ich gewöhne mich an (I get used to)
- du gewöhnst dich an (you get used to)
- er/sie/es gewöhnt sich an (he/she/it gets used to)
- wir gewöhnen uns an (we get used to)
- ihr gewöhnt euch an (you all get used to)
- sie/Sie gewöhnen sich an (they/you (formal) get used to)
Simple Past (Präteritum):
- ich gewöhnte mich an (I got used to)
- du gewöhnstest dich an (you got used to)
- er/sie/es gewöhnte sich an (he/she/it got used to)
- wir gewöhnten uns an (we got used to)
- ihr gewöhntet euch an (you all got used to)
- sie/Sie gewöhnten sich an (they/you (formal) got used to)
Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- ich habe mich an … gewöhnt (I have gotten used to)
- du hast dich an … gewöhnt (you have gotten used to)
- er/sie/es hat sich an … gewöhnt (he/she/it has gotten used to)
- wir haben uns an … gewöhnt (we have gotten used to)
- ihr habt euch an … gewöhnt (you all have gotten used to)
- sie/Sie haben sich an … gewöhnt (they/you (formal) have gotten used to)
Examples of “sich gewöhnen an” in Sentences:
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Present Tense:
- Sentence: Ich gewöhne mich an das kalte Wetter.
- Translation: I am getting used to the cold weather.
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Simple Past (Präteritum):
- Sentence: Er gewöhnte sich schnell an seine neue Umgebung.
- Translation: He quickly got used to his new surroundings.
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Present Perfect (Perfekt):
- Sentence: Wir haben uns an den Lärm gewöhnt.
- Translation: We have gotten used to the noise.
Practice Sentences:
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Adapting to New Situations:
- Sentence: Die Kinder gewöhnen sich an die neue Schule.
- Translation: The children are getting used to the new school.
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Changing Habits:
- Sentence: Ich muss mich an die neuen Arbeitszeiten gewöhnen.
- Translation: I need to get used to the new working hours.
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Cultural Adaptation:
- Sentence: Es dauert eine Weile, sich an eine andere Kultur zu gewöhnen.
- Translation: It takes a while to get used to another culture.
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Technology and Tools:
- Sentence: Sie hat sich schnell an das neue Handy gewöhnt.
- Translation: She quickly got used to the new phone.
Usage in Different Contexts:
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Living in a New Place:
- Sentence: Nach dem Umzug musste ich mich an die neue Stadt gewöhnen.
- Translation: After the move, I had to get used to the new city.
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Changing Lifestyles:
- Sentence: Er musste sich daran gewöhnen, jeden Tag zu joggen.
- Translation: He had to get used to jogging every day.
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Learning and Education:
- Sentence: Die Schüler gewöhnen sich langsam an den Online-Unterricht.
- Translation: The students are slowly getting used to online classes.
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Work Environment:
- Sentence: Sie musste sich an das schnelle Arbeitstempo gewöhnen.
- Translation: She had to get used to the fast work pace.
Understanding how to conjugate and use “gewöhnen” and “sich gewöhnen an” in various contexts will help you accurately express the idea of getting used to something in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
Häufigsten
“Häufigsten” is the superlative form of the adjective “häufig,” which means “frequent.” In its superlative form, “häufigsten” translates to “most frequent” or “most often.”
Usage and Examples of “häufigsten”:
As an Adjective:
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Describing Frequency:
- Sentence: Die häufigsten Fragen werden am Ende des Vortrags beantwortet.
- Translation: The most frequent questions will be answered at the end of the lecture.
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Common Occurrences:
- Sentence: Das sind die häufigsten Fehler, die Schüler machen.
- Translation: These are the most common mistakes that students make.
In Sentences:
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Travel and Transport:
- Sentence: Die häufigsten Verbindungen sind zwischen den großen Städten.
- Translation: The most frequent connections are between the major cities.
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Health and Medicine:
- Sentence: Kopfschmerzen sind eine der häufigsten Beschwerden.
- Translation: Headaches are one of the most common complaints.
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Customer Service:
- Sentence: Hier finden Sie Antworten auf die häufigsten Fragen.
- Translation: Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
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Usage in Reports:
- Sentence: In dem Bericht werden die häufigsten Probleme aufgeführt.
- Translation: The report lists the most common problems.
Usage Tips:
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Describing Repeated Actions:
- Example: Er besucht seine Eltern am häufigsten.
- Translation: He visits his parents most often.
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Statistical Data:
- Example: Die häufigsten Gründe für Verspätungen wurden untersucht.
- Translation: The most frequent reasons for delays were investigated.
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General Observations:
- Example: Das sind die häufigsten Ausreden, die wir hören.
- Translation: These are the most common excuses we hear.
Synonyms:
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Am meisten (most)
- Example: Am meisten gefallen mir die sonnigen Tage.
- Translation: I like the sunny days the most.
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Meistens (mostly, usually)
- Example: Meistens komme ich zu Fuß zur Arbeit.
- Translation: I usually walk to work.
Comparison with Other Forms:
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Häufig (frequent):
- Sentence: Er besucht häufig seine Freunde.
- Translation: He frequently visits his friends.
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Häufiger (more frequent):
- Sentence: In letzter Zeit kommen sie häufiger vorbei.
- Translation: Lately, they visit more frequently.
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Häufigsten (most frequent):
- Sentence: Die häufigsten Besucher des Parks sind Jogger.
- Translation: The most frequent visitors of the park are joggers.
Understanding and using “häufigsten” correctly will help you describe the highest frequency of occurrences or actions. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
auswendig
“Auswendig” is a German adverb that means “by heart” or “from memory.” It is used to describe the act of memorizing something so well that it can be recalled without needing to read it.
Usage and Examples of “auswendig”:
In Sentences:
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Learning and Reciting:
- Sentence: Ich kann das Gedicht auswendig.
- Translation: I know the poem by heart.
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Remembering Information:
- Sentence: Er hat die Telefonnummer auswendig gelernt.
- Translation: He memorized the phone number.
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Performing Without a Script:
- Sentence: Die Schauspielerin kennt ihren Text auswendig.
- Translation: The actress knows her lines by heart.
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Educational Context:
- Sentence: Die Schüler müssen die Vokabeln auswendig lernen.
- Translation: The students have to memorize the vocabulary.
Practice Sentences:
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With Songs:
- Sentence: Sie kann das ganze Lied auswendig singen.
- Translation: She can sing the entire song by heart.
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With Facts:
- Sentence: Der Professor kennt viele Daten auswendig.
- Translation: The professor knows many facts by heart.
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With Addresses:
- Sentence: Ich habe die Adresse auswendig.
- Translation: I have the address memorized.
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With Speeches:
- Sentence: Er hat die Rede auswendig vorbereitet.
- Translation: He prepared the speech by heart.
Usage Tips:
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Study Techniques:
- Example: Um besser zu lernen, sollte man den Stoff auswendig lernen.
- Translation: To study better, one should memorize the material by heart.
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Preparation for Performances:
- Example: Die Tänzer müssen ihre Schritte auswendig kennen.
- Translation: The dancers must know their steps by heart.
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Rehearsing for Exams:
- Example: Die Schüler haben die Formeln auswendig gelernt.
- Translation: The students memorized the formulas by heart.
Synonyms and Related Terms:
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Im Gedächtnis behalten (to keep in mind)
- Example: Sie hat den Termin im Gedächtnis behalten.
- Translation: She kept the appointment in mind.
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Merken (to remember)
- Example: Ich kann mir die Namen nicht merken.
- Translation: I can’t remember the names.
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Memorieren (to memorize)
- Example: Er musste das Gedicht memorieren.
- Translation: He had to memorize the poem.
Comparison with Similar Expressions:
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Auswendig (by heart):
- Sentence: Sie kennt das Buch auswendig.
- Translation: She knows the book by heart.
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Im Kopf behalten (to keep in mind):
- Sentence: Er hat die Anweisungen im Kopf behalten.
- Translation: He kept the instructions in mind.
Understanding and using “auswendig” correctly will help you describe the act of memorizing and recalling information accurately in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!
Ausnahmen
Exceptions
Beziehungsweise
“Beziehungsweise” is a German conjunction and adverb that means “respectively,” “or rather,” “or,” or “and.” It is often abbreviated as “bzw.” It is used to clarify or provide additional information about what has been previously mentioned.
Usage and Examples of “beziehungsweise”:
As a Conjunction (Clarifying):
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Clarifying Information:
- Sentence: Er spricht Deutsch, beziehungsweise er lernt es noch.
- Translation: He speaks German, or rather, he is still learning it.
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Providing More Detail:
- Sentence: Die Kinder spielen draußen, beziehungsweise sie fahren Fahrrad.
- Translation: The children are playing outside, or rather, they are riding bikes.
As a Conjunction (Listing Items):
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Listing Options:
- Sentence: Du kannst den Apfel oder die Banane nehmen, beziehungsweise beide.
- Translation: You can take the apple or the banana, or both.
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Linking Related Items:
- Sentence: Die Lehrer beziehungsweise die Dozenten haben zugestimmt.
- Translation: The teachers, or rather the lecturers, have agreed.
As an Adverb (Respectively):
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Using Respectively:
- Sentence: Die Teilnehmer kamen aus Berlin, Hamburg, beziehungsweise München.
- Translation: The participants came from Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich respectively.
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Clarifying Order:
- Sentence: Anna und Peter sind 10 beziehungsweise 12 Jahre alt.
- Translation: Anna and Peter are 10 and 12 years old respectively.
Practice Sentences:
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Clarifying a Statement:
- Sentence: Wir treffen uns morgen, beziehungsweise am Freitag.
- Translation: We will meet tomorrow, or rather on Friday.
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Providing Additional Detail:
- Sentence: Er ist mein Kollege beziehungsweise mein Freund.
- Translation: He is my colleague, or rather my friend.
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Listing Alternatives:
- Sentence: Du kannst das rote beziehungsweise das blaue Kleid anziehen.
- Translation: You can wear the red or the blue dress.
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Using Respectively:
- Sentence: Die Schüler sind in der ersten beziehungsweise zweiten Klasse.
- Translation: The students are in the first and second grades respectively.
Synonyms and Related Expressions:
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Oder (or):
- Example: Du kannst Tee oder Kaffee haben.
- Translation: You can have tea or coffee.
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Genauer gesagt (more precisely):
- Example: Sie ist meine Freundin, genauer gesagt, meine beste Freundin.
- Translation: She is my friend, more precisely, my best friend.
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Beispielsweise (for example):
- Example: Viele Leute, beispielsweise meine Nachbarn, haben Haustiere.
- Translation: Many people, for example my neighbors, have pets.
Usage Tips:
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Clarification:
- Use “beziehungsweise” to add more precise information or to correct a statement.
- Example: Ich werde morgen kommen, beziehungsweise übermorgen.
- Translation: I will come tomorrow, or rather the day after tomorrow.
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Listing Items:
- Use “beziehungsweise” to list options or to indicate that both options are possible.
- Example: Du kannst mit dem Zug beziehungsweise mit dem Bus fahren.
- Translation: You can travel by train or by bus.
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Respectively:
- Use “beziehungsweise” to link two pieces of information that correspond to each other.
- Example: Die Gewinner kommen aus Paris, Rom, beziehungsweise Berlin.
- Translation: The winners come from Paris, Rome, and Berlin respectively.
Understanding and using “beziehungsweise” correctly will help you link related pieces of information and clarify your statements in German. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!