DETERMINER
jener/ˈjeːnəs/that (over there); the former
jener is a German determiner that means that (over there) or the former. It is pronounced /ˈjeːnəs/.
Definitions
1.that (used to refer to something distant or previously mentioned)(reference to previously mentioned/farther things)
a.refers to a person, thing, or idea that is distant in space, time, or context (often contrasted with 'dieser')
Jener Mann dort ist mein Lehrer.—That man over there is my teacher.
2.the former (in comparison/contrast with another)(contrast)
a.used in contrasts (more formal, often written)
Es gibt zwei Optionen: Diese ist günstig, jener ist teurer.—There are two options: This one is cheap, the other one is more expensive.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "jener" mean in English?
- "jener" means that (over there) or the former. It is a German determiner.
- How do you pronounce "jener"?
- "jener" is pronounced /ˈjeːnəs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "jener"?
- "jener" is a determiner in German.
