ADJECTIVE
rein/ʁaɪ̯n/pure; clean; sheer
rein is a German adjective that means pure, clean, or sheer. It is pronounced /ʁaɪ̯n/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "reiner" and "reinsten".
Definitions
1.having no mixture; free from impurities(quality)
a.pure, not mixed with anything else
Das ist reines Wasser.—That is pure water.
2.very clean; spotless(cleanliness)
a.free from dirt
Ihr Zimmer ist immer rein.—Her room is always spotless.
3.sheer; absolute(emphasis, intensifier)
a.used for emphasis
Das ist reine Zeitverschwendung.—That's a complete waste of time.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | rein |
|---|---|
| Comparative | reiner |
| Superlative | reinsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "rein" mean in English?
- "rein" means pure, clean, or sheer. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "rein"?
- "rein" is pronounced /ʁaɪ̯n/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "rein"?
- The comparative of "rein" is "reiner" and the superlative is "reinsten".
- What part of speech is "rein"?
- "rein" is a adjective in German.
