Translation of German word "keine" to English
keine
/kaɪnə/
Meaning
determinerHardly any.
How to use
Used to express negation or absence, often with a sense of rarity or scarcity.
🇬🇧 English
no / none (fem.)
Example
Gestern wurden keine Hot Dogs verkauft.
No hot dogs were sold yesterday.
Ich habe keine Frau und auch keine Kinder.
I don't have a wife or children.
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- keine Ahnung— no idea
- keine Chance— no chance
- keine Lust— no desire
- keine Zeit— no time
- keine Lust— no pleasure
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "keine"?▼
The German word "keine" is defined as: "Hardly any."
What does the German word "keine" mean?▼
The German word "keine" means "no / none (fem.)" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "keine"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Gestern wurden keine Hot Dogs verkauft." (which translates as "No hot dogs were sold yesterday.").
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