Translation of German word "breit" to English
breit
/bʁaɪt/
Meaning
AdjectiveWide in extent or scope.
How to use
breit ('wide / broad / stoned (slang)') is an adjective. Breite Straße — Wide street. Zwei Meter breit — Two meters wide. Weit und breit — Far and wide.
🇬🇧 English
broad
Example
Die Straße ist breit und gerad.
The street is broad and straight.
Die breite Straße ist sehr belebt.
The broad street is very crowded.
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Common phrases
- weit und breit— far and wide / anywhere near
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What is the definition of the German word "breit"?▼
The German word "breit" is defined as: "Wide in extent or scope."
What does the German word "breit" mean?▼
The German word "breit" means "broad" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "breit"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Straße ist breit und gerad." (which translates as "The street is broad and straight.").
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