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erfahren

English translation of erfahren

experienced

The German word 'erfahren' is used to describe someone who has a lot of experience in a particular field or activity. It can also be used to describe someone who has gone through a lot of experiences, good or bad, in their life. The word is an adjective and can be used to modify a noun, such as 'erfahrener Arzt' (experienced doctor) or 'erfahrene Lehrerin' (experienced teacher).


Example sentences using: erfahren

Er hat erfahren, dass sein Freund umgezogen ist.

English translation of Er hat erfahren, dass sein Freund umgezogen ist.

He has found out that his friend has moved.

In this context, 'erfahren' is used to convey the sense of receiving information or finding out about something. The person in question here has learnt that his friend relocated.

Ich möchte mehr über deutsche Kultur erfahren.

English translation of Ich möchte mehr über deutsche Kultur erfahren.

I would like to learn more about German culture.

Here, 'erfahren' means to learn or gain knowledge about something. The sentence expresses the speaker's desire to acquire more knowledge about German culture.

Sie werden morgen mehr darüber erfahren.

English translation of Sie werden morgen mehr darüber erfahren.

You will find out more about it tomorrow.

In this sentence, 'erfahren' indicates the act of discovering or finding out. It informs the listener that they will receive more information about a certain subject the following day.

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