Translation of German word "an" to English
an
/an/
Meaning
PrepositionIndicating position or location. Positioned at the upper surface of, touching from above.
How to use
The preposition 'an' is often used to indicate a position or location, such as 'an dem Tisch' (on the table).
🇬🇧 English
on
Example
Alle Lichter sind an, sie müssen also zu Hause sein.
All the lights are on, so they must be home.
Wir mussten unser Essen rationieren, weil Krieg herrschte.
We had to ration our food because there was a war going on.
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- an dem Tisch— on the table
- an der Wand— on the wall
- an die Arbeit gehen— to get to work
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "an"?▼
The German word "an" is defined as: "Indicating position or location. Positioned at the upper surface of, touching from above."
What does the German word "an" mean?▼
The German word "an" means "on" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "an"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "an" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "an"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich hänge ein Bild an die Wand." (which translates as "All the lights are on, so they must be home.").
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