ADVERB

dahinter/ˈdaːhɪntɐ/behind it; after that; underlying motive

dahinter is a German adverb that means behind it, after that, or underlying motive. It is pronounced /ˈdaːhɪntɐ/.

Definitions

1.behind it; in the position or place behind something mentioned(location)

a.on the other side of something

Der Garten liegt direkt hinter dem Haus und eine Garage steht dahinter.The garden is right behind the house and a garage is behind it.

2.the reason, intention, or meaning behind something (figuratively)(figurative/motive)

a.refers to the actual purpose or intent underlying an action or statement

Ich frage mich, was wirklich dahintersteckt.I wonder what is really behind it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "dahinter" mean in English?
"dahinter" means behind it, after that, or underlying motive. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "dahinter"?
"dahinter" is pronounced /ˈdaːhɪntɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "dahinter"?
"dahinter" is a adverb in German.

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