AUXILIARY VERB

sein/zaɪ̯n/to be; exist

sein is a German auxiliary verb that means to be or exist. It is pronounced /zaɪ̯n/.

Definitions

1.to be; to exist; to indicate a state or identity(state/existence)

a.to state the identity, quality, or state of someone or something

Ich bin Lehrer.I am a teacher.

b.to indicate existence or presence

Es ist niemand im Zimmer.There is no one in the room.

2.used as an auxiliary verb to form perfect tenses and the passive voice(auxiliary in tenses/voice)

a.used to form the present perfect tense (Perfekt) with verbs of motion or change of state

Er ist nach Hause gegangen.He has gone home.

b.used with the passive voice

Das Haus ist gebaut worden.The house has been built.

Frequently asked questions

What does "sein" mean in English?
"sein" means to be or exist. It is a German auxiliary verb.
How do you pronounce "sein"?
"sein" is pronounced /zaɪ̯n/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "sein"?
"sein" is a auxiliary verb in German.

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