German · word
einen
a
/ˈaɪ̯nən/determiner
Meanings
- determiner · A1
Used before a masculine singular noun when it is the direct object of a verb or follows an accusative preposition.
Er kauft einen Apfel.
- pronoun · A2
Used to replace a masculine singular noun that has already been mentioned, functioning as a direct object.
Hast du einen Regenschirm? Ich brauche einen.
Appears in 29 scenarios
Order a coffeeOrder your drink at the counter and say how you want it. Ask someone to repeatAsk someone to slow down or repeat what they said. Order lunchChoose a sandwich and a side dish at the counter. Ask for the checkGet the server's attention and ask to pay for your meal. Ask for the timeAsk a stranger on the street what time it is. Ask when a store closesAsk a shop clerk what time they close today.
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