ADVERB

wie/viː/how; as; like

wie is a German adverb that means how, as, or like. It is pronounced /viː/.

Definitions

1.used to ask about the manner, way, or extent of something(question word)

a.to inquire about the way something is done or a state

Wie heißt du?What is your name?

b.to ask about a state, condition, or feeling

Wie geht es dir?How are you?

2.as; like; in the manner of(comparison)

a.to introduce a comparison or example

Sie isst wie ein Vogel.She eats like a bird.

Frequently asked questions

What does "wie" mean in English?
"wie" means how, as, or like. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "wie"?
"wie" is pronounced /viː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "wie"?
"wie" is a adverb in German.

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