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Eile

English translation of Eile

hurry

The German word 'Eile' is used to express a sense of urgency or haste, similar to the English word 'hurry'. It can be used in various contexts such as 'in Eile sein' (to be in a hurry), 'mit Eile' (with haste), or 'Eile walten lassen' (to hurry up).


Example sentences using: Eile

Ich habe Eile, weil ich spät dran bin.

English translation of Ich habe Eile, weil ich spät dran bin.

I'm in a hurry because I'm running late.

This applies to a situation where one is running late and hence communicates being in a rush, using 'Eile' to indicate the haste or urgency.

Hast du Eile?

English translation of Hast du Eile?

Are you in a hurry?

This structure is typically used when seeking clarification from another individual about whether they are in a rush, again employing 'Eile' to imply rushing or hurrying.

Ohne Eile ist das Leben eine Komödie.

English translation of Ohne Eile ist das Leben eine Komödie.

Life is a comedy without hurry.

Here, 'Eile' is utilized to depict a sense of haste. This sentence underlines that when one is not in haste, the essence of life can be likened to a comedy, relaxing and amusing.

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