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"was" in German

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The German translation for “was” is war.

Examples of "was" in use

There are 142 examples of the German word for "was" being used:
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I was as cool as a cucumber. Ich war cool wie eine Gurke.
And what was more beautiful to see Und was war schöner zu sehen
The gig was as loud as hell. Der Auftritt war höllisch laut.
His beard was long and bushy. Sein Bart war lang und buschig.
The scene in the park was idyllic. Die Szene im Park war idyllisch.
I found out that Kate was wealthy. Ich fand heraus, dass Kate reich war.
The bucket was full of water. Der Eimer war mit Wasser gefüllt.
It was wonderful outside on the land. Es war herrlich draußen auf dem Land.
The awarding of the title was deserved. Die Verleihung des Titels war verdient.
The tone was mocking and sarcastic. Der Ton war spöttisch und sarkastisch.

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And whose idea was that?,
Grandmother was completely alone.,
He was exceptionally polite.,
He was once here.,
He was red with anger.,
He went there in person.,
Her claim was incorrect.,
His argument was convincing.,
His commitment was sincere.,
His deportation was inevitable.,
His downfall was inevitable.,
His father was a carpenter.,
His reputation was ruined.,
How long was I unconscious?,
I cared about him.,
I was,
I was absolutely amazed.,
I was skiing.,
I was somewhere else.,
I was suspicious.
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