Translation of German word "ob" to English
ob
/oːb/
Meaning
PrepositionSubordinating conjunction introducing indirect yes/no questions ('whether / if').
How to use
The word 'ob' is a pronunciation spelling of 'of', often used in informal contexts. It's essential to distinguish it from 'ob', which can also mean 'about' or 'around'.
🇬🇧 English
whether / if
Example
Ich weiß nicht, ob er kommt oder nicht.
I don't know if he will come or not.
Ich habe keine Ahnung, ob es regnen wird oder nicht.
I have no idea if it will rain or not.
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- obwohl— although
- ob nun— whether now
- ob je— if ever
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What is the definition of the German word "ob"?▼
The German word "ob" is defined as: "Subordinating conjunction introducing indirect yes/no questions ('whether / if')."
What does the German word "ob" mean?▼
The German word "ob" means "whether / if" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "ob"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "ob" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "ob"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich weiß nicht, ob er kommt oder nicht." (which translates as "I don't know if he will come or not.").
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