Examples of German explained in English
Short phrases with a concise explanation, natural meaning and usage notes so you can turn them into review cards.
Ich habe keinen Bock.
What does "Ich habe keinen Bock." mean in German?
The phrase "Ich habe keinen Bock." is a very common colloquial way to say that you do not feel like doing something.
Ich hätte das machen sollen.
What does "Ich hätte das machen sollen." mean in German?
The phrase "Ich hätte das machen sollen." is used to say that you should have done something in the past, usually with regret or hindsight.
Was laberst du?
What does "Was laberst du?" mean in German?
The phrase "Was laberst du?" is a colloquial German expression used to question what someone is saying, usually with surprise, disbelief or criticism.