Translation of German word "wir" to English
wir
/viːr/
Meaning
NounTwo or more people including or consisting of the speaker(s)/writer(s). Excluding the person(s) being addressed.
How to use
Used as the subject of a sentence, indicating the speaker and one or more other people.
🇬🇧 English
we
Example
Wir müssen uns unterhalten, du und ich.
We need to talk, you and me.
Wir müssen uns unterhalten, du und ich.
We need to talk, you and me.
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- wir sind— we are
- wir haben— we have
- wir gehen— we go
- wir essen— we eat
- wir spielen— we play
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "wir"?▼
The German word "wir" is defined as: "Two or more people including or consisting of the speaker(s)/writer(s). Excluding the person(s) being addressed."
What does the German word "wir" mean?▼
The German word "wir" means "we" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "wir"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "wir" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "wir"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Wir sind Freunde." (which translates as "We need to talk, you and me.").
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