Language
German
Level
A0
Unit
Hilfswörter und Grundverben
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

The verb 'sein' is the core helper and main verb in German for identity, condition, and simple statements. It is similar to 'be' in English.

When to use it

Use 'sein' to say who someone is, what something is, or how someone feels.

Key forms

Examples

Ich bin bereit.

English: I am ready.

Sie ist meine Lehrerin.

English: She is my teacher.

Sie sind zu Hause.

English: They are at home.

Wir sind nicht spät.

English: We are not late.

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Exceptions and edge cases

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