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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 90 examples of the German word for "was" being used:
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Her claim was incorrect. Ihre Behauptung war falsch.
It was a thrilling party. Es war eine aufregende Party.
The coup was successful. Der Putsch war erfolgreich.
The deck was poorly shuffled. Das Deck war schlecht gemischt.
That was a difficult test. Das war ein schwieriger Test.
The road was completely blocked. Die Straße war komplett gesperrt.
His commitment was sincere. Sein Engagement war aufrichtig.
it was a wonderful light! es war ein wundervolles Licht!
The negotiation was successful. Die Verhandlung war erfolgreich.
What they did was heroic. Was sie getan haben, war heldenhaft.

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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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