German · word
von
from
/fɔn/preposition
Meanings
- preposition · A1
Used to indicate the starting point, origin, or source in space or time.
Er kommt gerade von der Arbeit nach Hause.
- preposition · A1
Used to indicate possession, belonging, or association.
Das ist das neue Auto von meinem Bruder.
- preposition · B1
Used in passive sentences to show who or what performs the action.
Dieses Haus wurde von einem berühmten Architekten gebaut.
Appears in 7 scenarios
Introduce yourselfShare your name, say where you're from, and greet someone new. Ask where the station isAsk a local for directions to the nearest train station. Find your train platformAsk station staff which platform your train leaves from. Hail a taxiFlag down a taxi and ask if they are available. Tell the driver your destinationGive the driver your street address or hotel name. Ask someone to take a photoAsk a stranger to take a picture of you.
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