unten
down · below
Es beschreibt eine Position, die tiefer liegt als etwas anderes.
The German word "unten" is an adverb meaning "below," "down," or "at the bottom." It indicates a lower position or place.
- It is not composed of smaller words (no prefixes or suffixes to separate).
- Used to describe location in space (e.g., "unten im Keller" – "down in the cellar").
Similar words:
- "darunter" (underneath)
- "unten drinnen" (down inside)
Difference:
- "darunter" often implies something directly under or beneath a specific point, adding a relational aspect.
- "unten" is more general about being in a lower place without necessarily specifying a direct vertical relationship.
Make “unten” part of your vocabulary.
Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Unten im Tal fließt ein ruhiger Fluss.adverb
Down in the valley, a calm river flows.
Unten ist das Spielzeug versteckt.adverb
The toy is hidden down below.
Von hier aus sieht man, wie das Tal sich unten erstreckt.adverb
From here, one can see how the valley extends down below.
Unten im Tal ist es kühler als auf dem Berg.adverb
It's cooler down in the valley than on the mountain.
Unten im Keller lagert der Wein.adverb
Downstairs in the cellar, the wine is stored.
Keep exploring German
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad