PRONOUN

etwas/ˈɛtvas/something; some; a bit

etwas is a German pronoun that means something, some, or a bit. It is pronounced /ˈɛtvas/.

Definitions

1.an unspecified thing, object or matter(unspecified thing or amount)

a.something (a thing, not further specified)

Ich habe etwas im Garten gefunden.I found something in the garden.

2.a small or unspecified amount(uncountable quantity)

a.a bit; a little

Kann ich etwas Wasser haben?Can I have some water?

Frequently asked questions

What does "etwas" mean in English?
"etwas" means something, some, or a bit. It is a German pronoun.
How do you pronounce "etwas"?
"etwas" is pronounced /ˈɛtvas/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "etwas"?
"etwas" is a pronoun in German.

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