COORDINATING CONJUNCTION

denn/dɛn/for; because; as

denn is a German coordinating conjunction that means for, because, or as. It is pronounced /dɛn/.

Definitions

1.introduces a reason or justification for what precedes(explanation, reason)

a.for; because (explaining what comes before)

Ich kann nicht kommen, denn ich bin krank.I can't come, for I am sick.

Frequently asked questions

What does "denn" mean in English?
"denn" means for, because, or as. It is a German coordinating conjunction.
How do you pronounce "denn"?
"denn" is pronounced /dɛn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "denn"?
"denn" is a coordinating conjunction in German.

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