PRONOUN

derselbe/deːɐ̯ˈzɛlbə/the same (one); identical

derselbe is a German pronoun that means the same (one) or identical. It is pronounced /deːɐ̯ˈzɛlbə/.

Definitions

1.refers to exactly the same person or thing as previously mentioned(identicality)

a.the same entity (feminine singular) as referenced earlier

Sie trägt heute dieselbe Jacke wie gestern.She is wearing the same jacket as yesterday.

b.emphasizing identity, not just similarity

Wir hatten dieselbe Idee zur gleichen Zeit.We had the same idea at the same time.

Frequently asked questions

What does "derselbe" mean in English?
"derselbe" means the same (one) or identical. It is a German pronoun.
How do you pronounce "derselbe"?
"derselbe" is pronounced /deːɐ̯ˈzɛlbə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "derselbe"?
"derselbe" is a pronoun in German.

Related pronouns

Learn German faster with Alexandria flashcards

Build your German vocabulary with focused flashcard study in the Alexandria app.