zu

A1 Preposition

English Translation

to, at, too

What does „zu" mean in English?

„zu" is a German preposition meaning "to, at, too" in English. CEFR Level A1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Ich gehe zu Fuß.

I'm going on foot.

CEFR Level

A1

Beginner — basic everyday expressions and simple phrases.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut A1 vocabulary list.

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Word Family

Anzug — suit Anzug — suit Aufzug — elevator Aufzug — elevator Aufzug — elevator Auszubildende — trainee Auszubildender — trainee Fortsetzung — continuation

Related Words

zu

to

zu

too

zu

to

zu sein

to be closed

zubereiten

to prepare (food)

Zucker (der)

sugar

Idioms with „zu"

„Er steckte es zu sich." — He put it in his pocket. „Er reist zur Erholung." — He is traveling for relaxation. „Das Haus ist zu verkaufen." — The house is for sale. „Greisen Sie zu!" — Help yourself.