Translation of German word "zwischen" to English
zwischen
/tsvɪçn/
Meaning
PrepositionIn the position or interval that separates (two things), or intermediate in quantity or degree. (See Usage notes below.).
How to use
The preposition zwischen ('between / among') is a two-way preposition (Wechselpräposition). It governs the dative case for position (answering wo?: zwischen den Stühlen — between the chairs) and the accusative case for movement (answering wohin?: zwischen die Stühle — between the chairs).
🇬🇧 English
between
Example
Die Straße liegt zwischen den Häusern.
The street is located between the houses.
John stand zwischen Amy und Mary. Treffen wir uns zwischen zwei und drei.
John stood between Amy and Mary. Let's meet between two and three.
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Common phrases
- zwischen den Zeilen lesen— to read between the lines (dative location)
- zwischendurch— in between / now and then / occasionally (adverb)
- zwischen uns— between us
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "zwischen"?▼
The German word "zwischen" is defined as: "In the position or interval that separates (two things), or intermediate in quantity or degree. (See Usage notes below.)."
What does the German word "zwischen" mean?▼
The German word "zwischen" means "between" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "zwischen"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "zwischen"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich stehe zwischen den Bäumen." (which translates as "The street is located between the houses.").
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