sollen

B1 Verb

English Translation

should, to be supposed to

sollen — German verb meaning should, to be supposed to (B1)
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What does „sollen" mean in English?

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

Example Sentences

1

Wann soll ich kommen?

When should I come?

2

Ich habe im Radio gehört, es soll morgen regnen.

I heard on the radio it is supposed to rain tomorrow.

3

Sollten Sie mit dem Vorschlag nicht einverstanden sein, rufen Sie mich an.

Should you not agree with the proposal, call me.

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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