sein

B1 Verb

English Translation

to be, his

sein — German verb meaning to be, his (B1)
sein — German word reference | DeuTale

What does „sein" mean in English?

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

Example Sentences

1

Ich bin Mechaniker.

I am a mechanic.

2

Das sind meine Kollegen.

These are my colleagues.

3

Ich bin müde.

I am tired.

4

Das Auto ist jetzt fünfzehn Jahre alt.

The car is now fifteen years old.

5

Heute ist Montag.

Today is Monday.

6

Der Termin beim Zahnarzt ist erst übermorgen.

The appointment at the dentist is not until the day after tomorrow.

7

Um 11 Uhr ist Pause.

At 11 o'clock is a break.

8

Herr Müller ist in seinem Zimmer.

Mr. Müller is in his room.

9

Das Auto ist mir zu teuer.

The car is too expensive for me.

10

Das ist schwer zu verstehen.

That is hard to understand.

11

Mir ist kalt.

I am cold.

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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