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English - German

As

æz
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
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wie, als, da, so wie

As meanings in German

wie

Example:
As you know, I am a teacher.
Wie du weißt, bin ich Lehrer.
As a child, I loved playing outside.
Als Kind habe ich gerne draußen gespielt.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Comparisons, similarities
Note: This meaning of 'as' is used to indicate similarity or comparison between two things or situations.

als

Example:
I work as a doctor.
Ich arbeite als Arzt.
She's known as the best singer in town.
Sie ist als beste Sängerin der Stadt bekannt.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Role, function, identity
Note: In this context, 'as' is used to indicate a person's role, function, or identity.

da

Example:
As I was leaving, he arrived.
Da ich ging, kam er an.
As I mentioned earlier, the project is due next week.
Wie ich früher erwähnte, ist das Projekt nächste Woche fällig.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Time, causality
Note: This meaning of 'as' is used to indicate time sequences or causality.

so wie

Example:
Do as I say, not as I do.
Tu, was ich sage, nicht was ich tue.
As we agreed, the meeting will take place next Monday.
So wie wir vereinbart haben, findet das Treffen nächsten Montag statt.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Agreement, conformity
Note: When used in the sense of 'so wie,' 'as' indicates agreement or conformity to a previous decision or situation.

As's synonyms

Like

Like is used to show similarity or comparison between two things or people.
Example: She sings like a bird.
Note: Like is often used to compare things or people, while 'as' can also be used to indicate a role or function.

Since

Since is used to indicate a starting point in time or a cause.
Example: I have been studying English since I was a child.
Note: Since is more specific in indicating a starting point in time, whereas 'as' can be more general.

Because

Because is used to give a reason or explanation for something.
Example: I stayed at home because it was raining outside.
Note: Because explicitly provides a reason, while 'as' can also be used to indicate a simultaneous action.

While

While is used to indicate a contrast or two simultaneous actions.
Example: She was cooking dinner while he was watching TV.
Note: While emphasizes the contrast or simultaneous actions, while 'as' can have a broader meaning of 'at the same time as'.

As expressions, common phrases

As if

Used to describe a situation that is not true or possible.
Example: She acted as if nothing had happened.
Note: The addition of 'if' changes the meaning to imply a hypothetical scenario.

As well

In addition; also.
Example: He plays the piano as well as the guitar.
Note: Extends the meaning of 'as' to include another related action or quality.

As soon as

Immediately after; when.
Example: I'll call you as soon as I arrive.
Note: Specifies a specific point in time or event that triggers another action.

As for

Regarding; concerning.
Example: As for the dessert, I'll have the cheesecake.
Note: Introduces a topic or subject for discussion or consideration.

As long as

On the condition that; provided that.
Example: You can stay as long as you like.
Note: Establishes a condition or requirement for something to happen or continue.

As a result

Because of this; consequently.
Example: She worked hard, and as a result, she passed the exam.
Note: Connects a cause (working hard) to an effect (passing the exam).

As per

According to; in accordance with.
Example: As per your request, here is the report.
Note: Often used in formal contexts to indicate compliance with a request or requirement.

As everyday (slang) expressions

As per usual

Means 'as usual' or 'as expected'. It is an informal way to express a consistent behavior or outcome.
Example: She was late to the meeting, as per usual.
Note: The use of 'per' adds a sense of formality to the phrase.

As far as I know

Indicates the limit of one's knowledge or the extent of information one possesses.
Example: As far as I know, the event starts at 8 PM.
Note: The phrase emphasizes the speaker's knowledge or awareness level.

As for now

Indicates the present moment or current situation.
Example: As for now, let's focus on finishing this task.
Note: Provides a transition to address the immediate state or topic.

As follows

Used to introduce a list or set of instructions.
Example: Please complete the steps as follows: step 1, step 2, step 3.
Note: Serves as an introduction to a series of items or actions.

As - Examples

Go as fast as you can.
Gehe so schnell du kannst.
She works as a teacher.
Sie arbeitet als Lehrerin.
They use it as a tool.
Sie verwenden es als Werkzeug.
He sees himself as an artist.
Er sieht sich selbst als Künstler.

As grammar

As - Adposition (Adposition) / Preposition or subordinating conjunction (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: as
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): as
Syllables, Separation and Stress
As Contains 1 syllables: as
Phonetic transcription: əz
as , əz (The red syllable is stressed)

As - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
As: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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