German · word
ist
is
/ɪst/auxiliary
Meanings
- auxiliary · A1
Used to link a subject with an identity, state, or location.
Das Hotel ist sehr alt.
- auxiliary · A2
Used with a past participle to form the perfect tense of certain verbs.
Er ist schon nach Hause gefahren.
Appears in 46 scenarios
Ask for the restroomAsk an employee where the nearest bathroom is. Ask for the timeAsk a stranger on the street what time it is. Ask where the station isAsk a local for directions to the nearest train station. Understand basic directionsListen to directions to go straight and turn left. Find your train platformAsk station staff which platform your train leaves from. Talk about your jobTell someone what you do for a living.
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