How is the word der Bekannte translated from German to English

Eine Person, die man nur flüchtig kennt, kein enger Freund.

A person you know slightly, not a close friend.

noun
English translation
acquaintance

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  • Er ist ein Bekannter aus der Arbeit. He is an acquaintance from work.

  • Ein paar Bekannte kamen zur Party. A few acquaintances showed up at the party.

  • Ich habe von einem Bekannten von dem Job erfahren. I heard about the job from an acquaintance.

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FAQ about “der Bekannte”

How is “der Bekannte” translated from German?
“der Bekannte” translates into English as “acquaintance”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “der Bekannte” mean?
Meaning of “der Bekannte”: Eine Person, die man nur flüchtig kennt, kein enger Freund. In English — “acquaintance”.
What part of speech is “der Bekannte”?
“der Bekannte” is a noun.
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