Translation of German word "wie" to English
wie
/viː/
Meaning
ConjunctionIn what way or manner; how.
How to use
The word 'wie' is used to ask questions about manner or to introduce a subordinate clause. A common mistake is to confuse it with 'als', which is used for comparisons.
🇬🇧 English
how
Example
Ich frage mich, wie du dich fühlst.
I ask myself how you feel.
Ich frage mich, wie ich zum Bahnhof komme.
I ask myself how I get to the station.
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Common phrases
- wie gesagt— as said
- wie folgt— as follows
- wie immer— as always
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "wie"?▼
The German word "wie" is defined as: "In what way or manner; how."
What does the German word "wie" mean?▼
The German word "wie" means "how" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "wie"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "wie" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "wie"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich frage mich, wie du dich fühlst." (which translates as "I ask myself how you feel.").
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