Translation of German word "mal" to English
mal
/maːl/
Meaning
AdjectiveSmall, not large, limited, particularly:.
How to use
The word mal functions as a highly popular modal particle (softening commands or requests: Sag mal — tell me / say, Komm mal her — come here), a mathematical term for multiplication (drei mal vier — three times four), or a noun das Mal (time/occurrence). Note: the source metadata mistakenly lists this as an adjective, but it is a particle/adverb/noun.
🇬🇧 English
a little
Example
Nach ein wenig Schlaf geht es mir immer besser.
After a little sleep I always feel better.
Wo ist das Zimmer der kleinen Jungs?
Where is the little boys' room?
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Common phrases
- Guck mal!— Look! / Just look!
- zwei mal drei— two times three / two multiplied by three
- Sag mal,— Say, / Tell me,
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "mal"?▼
The German word "mal" is defined as: "Small, not large, limited, particularly:."
What does the German word "mal" mean?▼
The German word "mal" means "a little" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "mal"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "mal" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "mal"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Nach ein wenig Schlaf geht es mir immer besser." (which translates as "After a little sleep I always feel better.").
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