ab

B1 Adverb

English Translation

from, starting from, off (now and then)

ab — German adverb meaning from, starting from, off (now and then) (B1)
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What does „ab" mean in English?

„ab" is a German adverb meaning "from, starting from, off (now and then)" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Die Fahrt kostet ab Hamburg 200 Euro.

The trip costs 200 euros starting from Hamburg.

2

Ab nächster Woche bleibt unser Geschäft samstags geschlossen.

Starting next week, our shop will remain closed on Saturdays.

3

Mein Bruder besucht uns ab und zu.

My brother visits us every now and then.

CEFR Level

B1

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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