Translation of German word "sie" to English
sie
/ziː/
Meaning
NounThe female (typically) person or animal previously mentioned or implied.
How to use
Used as a pronoun to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned or implied.
🇬🇧 English
she / they
Example
Ich fragte Mary, aber sie sagte, dass sie es nicht wisse.
I asked Mary but she said she didn't know.
Nachdem die Katze eine Maus getötet hatte, ließ sie sie vor unserer Haustür zurück.
After the cat killed a mouse, she left it on our doorstep.
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Common phrases
- sie liebt mich— she loves me
- sie ist sehr freundlich— she is very friendly
- sie ist meine beste Freundin— she is my best friend
- sie ist sehr intelligent— she is very intelligent
- sie ist sehr schön— she is very beautiful
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "sie"?▼
The German word "sie" is defined as: "The female (typically) person or animal previously mentioned or implied."
What does the German word "sie" mean?▼
The German word "sie" means "she / they" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "sie"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "sie" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "sie"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich fragte Mary, aber sie sagte, dass sie es nicht wisse." (which translates as "I asked Mary but she said she didn't know.").
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