schweigen

B1 Verb

English Translation

to be silent

schweigen — German verb meaning to be silent (B1)
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What does „schweigen" mean in English?

„schweigen" is a German verb meaning "to be silent" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Sie sprach viel, aber ihr Mann schwieg den ganzen Abend lang.

She spoke a lot, but her husband was silent the whole evening.

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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