ADVERB

hinauf/hɪˈnaʊ̯f/up; upwards; upstairs

hinauf is a German adverb that means up, upwards, or upstairs. It is pronounced /hɪˈnaʊ̯f/.

Definitions

1.to a higher place or level; upwards(direction/motion)

a.moving from a lower to a higher point

Wir gehen die Treppe hinauf.We are going up the stairs.

b.towards an upper floor or upstairs

Er läuft ins Zimmer hinauf.He runs upstairs into the room.

Frequently asked questions

What does "hinauf" mean in English?
"hinauf" means up, upwards, or upstairs. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "hinauf"?
"hinauf" is pronounced /hɪˈnaʊ̯f/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "hinauf"?
"hinauf" is a adverb in German.

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