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#62 · Preposition · ADP

um

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um is a German preposition. It’s the #62 most frequently used German word. Below you’ll find how to use it, its forms, real example sentences, and common word pairings.

Forms you’ll actually hear

Ranked by how often each form shows up in spoken German. The top form cover about 98% of everyday use — learn these first.

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ums2%

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