gegen
A2 Preposition
English Translation
against, towards, around (time)
What does „gegen" mean in English?
„gegen" is a German preposition meaning "against, towards, around (time)" in English. CEFR Level A2 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Example Sentences
1
Fahr nicht gegen den Baum!
Don't drive into the tree!
2
Ich bin gegen diesen Vorschlag.
I am against this proposal.
3
Wer spielt gegen wen? - Bayern gegen Dortmund.
Who is playing against whom? - Bayern against Dortmund.
4
Haben Sie etwas gegen Grippe?
Do you have something for the flu?
CEFR Level
A2
Elementary — frequently used expressions and routine tasks.
This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut A2 vocabulary list.
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