Translation of German word "schön" to English
schön
/ʃøːn/
Meaning
AdjectivePossessing beauty, impressing the eye; attractive.
How to use
schön ('beautiful / handsome / nice') is a common adjective. Schönes Wetter — Nice weather. Danke schön! — Thank you very much!
🇬🇧 English
beautiful
Example
Das Mädchen ist sehr schön.
The girl is very beautiful.
Die schöne Landschaft ist ein wahrer Traum.
The beautiful landscape is a true dream.
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Common phrases
- schönes Wetter— nice / beautiful weather
- danke schön— thank you very much
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What is the definition of the German word "schön"?▼
The German word "schön" is defined as: "Possessing beauty, impressing the eye; attractive."
What does the German word "schön" mean?▼
The German word "schön" means "beautiful" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "schön"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "schön"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Das Mädchen ist sehr schön." (which translates as "The girl is very beautiful.").
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