Translation of German word "nun" to English
nun
/nʊn/
Meaning
ConjunctionSince, because, in light of the fact.
How to use
The word 'nun' is often used to indicate a change in circumstances or to provide a reason for a statement.
🇬🇧 English
now
Example
Ich denke, der Sound dieser Band ist sehr modern.
I think the sound of this band is very modern.
Ich hätte jetzt Außenminister werden können, wenn ich nicht vor fünf Jahren die Politik verlassen hätte.
I could have been Foreign Minister now if I hadn't left politics five years ago.
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- nun aber— but now
- nun da— now that
- nun also— so now
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "nun"?▼
The German word "nun" is defined as: "Since, because, in light of the fact."
What does the German word "nun" mean?▼
The German word "nun" means "now" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "nun"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "nun" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "nun"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich denke, der Sound dieser Band ist sehr modern." (which translates as "I think the sound of this band is very modern.").
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