German · word
auf
until
/aʊ̯f/preposition
Meanings
- preposition · A1
Used to describe position on top of a surface or movement onto it.
Das Buch liegt auf dem Tisch.
- preposition · A1
Used to indicate a future point in time, scheduled date, or next encounter.
Wir verschieben das Treffen auf Montag.
- preposition · A2
Used after certain verbs, nouns, or adjectives to introduce the object of a desire, expectation, or feeling.
Ich warte auf den Bus.
Appears in 24 scenarios
Greet a neighborSay hello, ask how they are, and say goodbye. Order a coffeeOrder your drink at the counter and say how you want it. Pay at the caféPay with your card and say goodbye politely. Ask for the restroomAsk an employee where the nearest bathroom is. Buy bottled waterChoose a bottle of water and pay at the kiosk. Ask for the checkGet the server's attention and ask to pay for your meal.
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