PRONOUN

derselbe/deːɐ̯ˈzɛlbə/the same (one); identical (one)

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

Definitions

1.used to refer to a person or thing that has already been mentioned or is known, emphasizing that it is exactly the same(identification)

a.referring to the same people or things as previously mentioned

Wir haben dieselben Probleme wie letztes Jahr.We have the same problems as last year.

b.used for emphasis to show that people or things are identical

Die Schüler tragen dieselben Uniformen.The students wear the same uniforms.

Frequently asked questions

What does "derselbe" mean in English?
"derselbe" means the same (one) or identical (one). 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.

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