sich trennen /zɪçtɾˈɛnən/ · trennbares Verb · CEFR B1. German translation of "break up".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: sich trennen
  • Language: German
  • Meaning: break up
  • IPA: /zɪçtɾˈɛnən/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: trennbares Verb
  • Image:Photo of sich trennen (German)

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Example Sentences

  • Sie haben sich nach fünf Jahren getrennt. English: They split up after five years.
  • Das Treffen wird um 15 Uhr enden. English: The meeting will end at 3 PM.
  • Das Eis wird brechen, wenn das Wetter wärmer wird. English: The ice will break when the weather gets warmer.

When and How to Use "sich trennen"

Use "sich trennen" when you want to talk about "break up" in German. It functions as "trennbares Verb". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your German study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "sich trennen" mean in German?

"sich trennen" is the German word for "break up".

What CEFR level is "sich trennen"?

"sich trennen" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords German vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "sich trennen"?

"sich trennen" is tagged as a trennbares Verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "sich trennen" in a sentence?

Sie haben sich nach fünf Jahren getrennt.

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