Translation of German word "manchmal" to English
manchmal
/manˈçmal/
Meaning
VerbOn some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always.
How to use
manchmal ('sometimes / occasionally') is an adverb (not a verb). Manchmal regnet es hier — Sometimes it rains here. Manchmal ja, manchmal nein — Sometimes yes, sometimes no.
🇬🇧 English
sometimes
Example
Manchmal ist es schwierig, sich zu entscheiden.
Sometimes it's hard to decide what to do.
Ich gehe manchmal ins Kino.
I go to the cinema sometimes.
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Common phrases
- nur manchmal— only sometimes
- manchmal passiert es— sometimes it happens
- manchmal schwierig— sometimes difficult
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "manchmal"?▼
The German word "manchmal" is defined as: "On some occasions, over some periods, or in certain circumstances, but not always."
What does the German word "manchmal" mean?▼
The German word "manchmal" means "sometimes" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "manchmal"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Manchmal ist es schwierig, sich zu entscheiden." (which translates as "Sometimes it's hard to decide what to do.").
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