Translation of German word "schon" to English
schon
/ʃɔn/
Meaning
VerbPrior to some specified time, either past, present, or future; by this time; previously.
How to use
The word 'schon' is often used in German to indicate that something has happened before a specific time or point in the past, present, or future.
🇬🇧 English
already
Example
Ich war überrascht, dass sie mir die Neuigkeiten nicht bereits erzählt hatte.
I was surprised she hadn't already told me the news.
Vieles von dem, was er sagte, wusste ich bereits.
I already knew a lot of what he said.
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- schon wieder— already again
- schon bald— very soon
- schon lange— for a long time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "schon"?▼
The German word "schon" is defined as: "Prior to some specified time, either past, present, or future; by this time; previously."
What does the German word "schon" mean?▼
The German word "schon" means "already" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "schon"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "schon" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "schon"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich war überrascht, dass sie mir die Neuigkeiten nicht bereits erzählt hatte." (which translates as "I was surprised she hadn't already told me the news.").
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