Translation of German word "aus" to English
aus
/aʊs/
Meaning
PrepositionExpressing motion away, literal or figurative; opposed to into. From the inside to the outside of.
How to use
The preposition 'aus' is often used to indicate origin, source, or cause, and can be translated to English as 'from', 'out of', or 'of'.
🇬🇧 English
out of
Example
Das Publikum kam aus dem Theater.
The audience came out of the theater.
Die Katze sprang aus dem Korb.
The cat jumped out of the basket.
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- aus Erfahrung— from experience
- aus Liebe— out of love
- aus Sicht— from the point of view
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "aus"?▼
The German word "aus" is defined as: "Expressing motion away, literal or figurative; opposed to into. From the inside to the outside of."
What does the German word "aus" mean?▼
The German word "aus" means "out of" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "aus"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "aus" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "aus"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich gehe aus dem Haus." (which translates as "The audience came out of the theater.").
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