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wie
like
The German word 'wie' is often used to compare things, similar to the English word 'like'. However, unlike 'like', 'wie' can also be used to ask questions, such as 'How is it?' or 'What is it like?'. In this context, 'wie' can be translated as 'how' or 'what'.
Example sentences using: wie
Wie geht es dir?
How are you?
This is a common way to ask someone how they are feeling in German. It is used in a similar context to the English phrase 'How are you?'.
Wie spät ist es?
What time is it?
This is used to ask for the current time in German. It is used in the same context as the English phrase 'What time is it?'.
Wie heißt du?
What's your name?
This is a common way to ask someone their name in German. It is used in a similar context to the English phrase 'What's your name?'.