gestern

adverb

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Definition of "gestern" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "gestern" 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.

Am Tag vor dem heutigen Tag.

DE: “Ich war gestern im Kino.”
A1
EN: “I was at the cinema yesterday.”

DE: “Gestern habe ich meine Freunde getroffen und wir haben Pizza gegessen.”
A2
EN: “Yesterday I met my friends and we ate pizza.”

DE: “Die Entscheidung, die gestern getroffen wurde, wird weitreichende Konsequenzen haben.”
B1
EN: “The decision that was made yesterday will have far-reaching consequences.”

Words Similar in Spelling to gestern

Geste vorgestern Gestein Gestirn gern