ist
word
Definition
'Ist' is not an English word; it is the German equivalent of 'is' in English, used as the third person singular form of the verb 'to be'.
Usage & Nuances
'Ist' never appears in standard English. If seen in English text, it's likely a borrowing, typo, or used in discussions about the German language.
Spanish: (no corresponde - Alemán: es) Portuguese (BR): (não corresponde - Alemão: é/está) Portuguese (PT): (não corresponde - Alemão: é/está) Chinese (Simplified): （无对应 - 德语：是）Chinese (Traditional): （無對應 - 德語：是）Hindi: (कोई समान शब्द नहीं, जर्मन: है)Arabic: (لا يوجد مقابل - ألماني: يكون)
Example Sentences
The word 'ist' means 'is' in German.
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'Ist' does not exist in English grammar.
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Students often confuse 'ist' with 'is' when learning English and German.
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You'll sometimes see 'ist' in English texts about German philosophy.
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He wrote 'Das Leben ist schön' on the board and translated it for the class.
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If you type 'ist' in an English sentence, people might think it's a mistake or something German.
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