böse
B1 Adjective
English Translation
angry, evil, bad
What does „böse" mean in English?
„böse" is a German adjective meaning "angry, evil, bad" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Example Sentences
1
Ich habe das Buch leider vergessen. Hoffentlich bist du mir nicht böse.
I forgot the book unfortunately. Hopefully you are not angry with me.
2
Mach nicht so ein böses Gesicht!
Don't make such an angry face!
3
Ich bin böse auf dich, du bist wieder nicht gekommen!
I am angry with you, you didn't come again!
4
Zeig mal! Du hast dich verletzt? Das sieht aber böse aus.
Show me! You hurt yourself? That looks bad.
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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