How is the word auf translated from German to English

English translation
in response to
preposition
on top of

Leitet ein Objekt ein, auf das sich eine Handlung, Reaktion oder Aufmerksamkeit richtet.

Introduces an object that an action, reaction, or attention is directed at.

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  • Der Manager lobte unsere schnelle Reaktion auf das Problem. — The manager praised our quick reaction in response to the problem.

  • Konzentriere dich auf deine Aufgabe, nicht auf die Ablenkungen. — Focus on your task, not on the distractions.

  • Wie reagierst du auf diese Nachricht? — How do you respond to this message?

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