How is the word sein translated from German to English

English translation
were
verb

Die Vergangenheitsform von 'sein' bei du, wir, sie/Sie.

The past form used with you, we, they.

Examples with “sein”

See how the word “sein” is used in sentences

  • Sie waren spät dran. — They were late.

  • Warst du gestern Abend beim Konzert? — Were you at the concert last night?

  • Es waren zu viele Leute im Raum. — There were too many people in the room.

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