allein

adverb

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just

only

merely

but

however

alone

by oneself

solely

simply

not until

purely

yet

though

exclusively

lonely

Synonyms and Related Words for allein

noch lediglich bloß nur ausschließlich aber jedoch allerdings dennoch für sich solo einzig einfach schlichtweg erst frühestens nicht vor rein doch indes hingegen exklusiv einsam verlassen isoliert indessen

Definition of "allein" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "allein" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Ohne die Gesellschaft anderer Personen; auch: ausschließlich, nur.

DE: “Ich bin heute Abend allein zu Hause.”
A1
EN: “I am home alone tonight.”

DE: “Kannst du das allein tragen oder soll ich dir helfen?”
A2
EN: “Can you carry that by yourself or should I help you?”

DE: “Sie hat ihre drei Kinder ganz allein großgezogen.”
B1
EN: “She raised her three children all by herself.”

Drückt einen Gegensatz oder eine Einschränkung aus; aber.

DE: “Ich möchte mitkommen, allein ich habe keine Zeit.”
A1
EN: “I would like to come along, but I don't have time.”

DE: “Du kannst den Kuchen essen, allein lass den anderen etwas übrig.”
A2
EN: “You can eat the cake, but leave some for the others.”

DE: “Er ist ein sehr fähiger Mitarbeiter, allein ihm fehlt es manchmal an Selbstvertrauen.”
B1
EN: “He is a very capable employee, but he sometimes lacks self-confidence.”

Words Similar in Spelling to allein

alleinig alle sein alle aller Allee