Maus/Mäuse /mˈaʊsmˈɔøzə/ · noun · CEFR B1. German translation of "mouse/mice".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: die Maus/Mäuse
  • Language: German
  • Meaning: mouse/mice
  • IPA: /mˈaʊsmˈɔøzə/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: die
  • Image:Photo of Maus/Mäuse (German)

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Example Sentences

  • Die Maus lief über den Boden. English: The mouse ran across the floor.
  • Ich habe drei Mäuse im Garten gesehen. English: I saw three mice in the garden.
  • Die Katze hat eine Maus gefangen. English: The cat caught a mouse.

When and How to Use "Maus/Mäuse"

Use "Maus/Mäuse" when you want to talk about "mouse/mice" in German. It functions as "noun". 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 "Maus/Mäuse" mean in German?

"Maus/Mäuse" is the German word for "mouse/mice".

What CEFR level is "Maus/Mäuse"?

"Maus/Mäuse" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords German vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "Maus/Mäuse"?

"Maus/Mäuse" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "Maus/Mäuse" in a sentence?

Die Maus lief über den Boden.

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