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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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What sparked this conflict? Was war der Auslöser dieses Konflikts?
The result was rather disappointing. Das Ergebnis war eher enttäuschend.
Was that decision overdone? War diese Entscheidung übertrieben?
His deportation was inevitable. Seine Deportation war unvermeidlich.
The teacher was exceptionally clear. Der Lehrer war außergewöhnlich deutlich.
The thrilling finale was breathtaking. Das spannende Finale war atemberaubend.
His argument was convincing. Seine Argumentation war überzeugend.
It was a profound change. Es war eine tiefgreifende Veränderung.
The arrangement was mutually beneficial. Die Vereinbarung war für beide Seiten von Vorteil.
It was cold, freezing cold. Es war kalt, eiskalt.

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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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