fertig sein

verb

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be over

be finished

be done

be completed

be ready

be exhausted

be worn out

be knackered

Synonyms and Related Words for fertig sein

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Definition of "fertig sein" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "fertig sein" 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.

Eine Aufgabe, Arbeit oder Tätigkeit abgeschlossen haben.

DE: “Die Hausaufgaben sind fertig.”
A1
EN: “The homework is finished.”

DE: “Sind Sie mit dem Essen fertig? Dann kann ich den Tisch abräumen.”
A2
EN: “Are you finished with your meal? Then I can clear the table.”

DE: “Sobald der Bericht fertig ist, schicke ich ihn Ihnen per E-Mail zu.”
B1
EN: “As soon as the report is finished, I will send it to you by email.”

Bereit sein, etwas zu tun oder zu beginnen; vorbereitet sein.

DE: “Ich bin fertig. Wir können gehen.”
A1
EN: “I'm ready. We can go.”

DE: “Seid ihr fertig? Der Bus kommt gleich.”
A2
EN: “Are you guys ready? The bus is coming soon.”

DE: “Das Abendessen ist fertig, kommt bitte an den Tisch.”
B1
EN: “Dinner is ready, please come to the table.”

(umgangssprachlich) Sehr müde, erschöpft oder entkräftet sein.

DE: “Ich habe viel gearbeitet. Ich bin fertig.”
A1
EN: “I worked a lot. I'm exhausted.”

DE: “Nach acht Stunden Arbeit bin ich abends immer total fertig.”
A2
EN: “After eight hours of work, I'm always totally exhausted in the evening.”

DE: “Vom vielen Wandern waren wir am Ende des Tages fix und fertig.”
B1
EN: “From all the hiking, we were dead tired at the end of the day.”

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