Mach ein Foto /mˈaxaɪnfˈoːtoː/ · verb · CEFR A1. German translation of "take a photo".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: Mach ein Foto
  • Language: German
  • Meaning: take a photo
  • IPA: /mˈaxaɪnfˈoːtoː/
  • CEFR Level: A1
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Topic: German Erkundung und Genuss
  • Image:Photo of Mach ein Foto (German)

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Example Sentences

  • Bitte mach ein Foto von uns! English: Please take a photo of us!
  • Mach ein Foto vom schönen Sonnenuntergang. English: Take a picture of the beautiful sunset.
  • Sie sagt: Mach ein Foto, bitte! English: She says: 'Take a photo, please!'

When and How to Use "Mach ein Foto"

Use "Mach ein Foto" when you want to talk about "take a photo" in German. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the German Erkundung und Genuss topic. Because it appears in A1 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 "Mach ein Foto" mean in German?

"Mach ein Foto" is the German word for "take a photo".

What CEFR level is "Mach ein Foto"?

"Mach ein Foto" is tagged at CEFR A1 in SmartWords German vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "Mach ein Foto"?

"Mach ein Foto" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "Mach ein Foto" in a sentence?

Bitte mach ein Foto von uns!

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