Translation of German word "ab" to English
ab
/ab/
Meaning
PrepositionUsed to indicate source or provenance.
How to use
The preposition 'ab' is often used in formal or written contexts to indicate a starting point in time or a source of information.
🇬🇧 English
from
Example
Ich habe einen Brief von meinem Bruder bekommen.
I received a letter from my brother.
Sie können nicht alle Ihre Nachrichten aus dem Internet beziehen.
You can't get all your news from the Internet.
Your personal vocabulary
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- ab heute— from today
- ab morgen— from tomorrow
- ab hier— from here
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Frequency rank: #101 in German
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "ab"?▼
The German word "ab" is defined as: "Used to indicate source or provenance."
What does the German word "ab" mean?▼
The German word "ab" means "from" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "ab"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "ab" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "ab"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe einen Brief von meinem Bruder bekommen." (which translates as "I received a letter from my brother.").
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