PRONOUN

beide/ˈbaɪ̯də/both

beide is a German pronoun that means both. It is pronounced /ˈbaɪ̯də/.

Definitions

1.both (referring to two people or things together)(people or things, plural)

a.used to refer to two specific people or things as a pair

Die beiden Kinder spielen im Garten.The two children are playing in the garden.

b.used for two given options, persons, or items considered together

Ich habe beide Bücher gelesen.I read both books.

Frequently asked questions

What does "beide" mean in English?
"beide" means both. It is a German pronoun.
How do you pronounce "beide"?
"beide" is pronounced /ˈbaɪ̯də/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "beide"?
"beide" is a pronoun in German.

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