neben
next to
Etwas befindet sich direkt an der Seite von etwas anderem, ohne dazwischen viel Platz zu haben.
The German word "neben" is a preposition meaning "beside", "next to", or "alongside".
- It indicates physical proximity or position directly adjacent to something.
- It can also be used metaphorically to describe something happening alongside or in addition to something else.
Similar words:
- "bei" (at, near)
- "an" (at, on)
- "an der Seite von" (at the side of)
Difference:
- "neben" specifically denotes a side-by-side position,
- while "bei" indicates general proximity or presence,
- and "an" usually means touching or at the edge of something.
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Examples
Das Buch liegt neben der Vase.preposition
The book is next to the vase.
Neben der Lampe steht ein Stuhl.preposition
Next to the lamp stands a chair.
Der Stuhl steht neben dem Tisch.preposition
The chair is next to the table.
Der Tisch steht neben dem Bett.preposition
The table is next to the bed.
Ein Stuhl steht neben dem Fenster.preposition
A chair stands next to the window.
Ein Hund schläft neben der Tür.preposition
A dog is sleeping next to the door.
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