es sind

Based on: sein
Phrase
1.

there are, it is [plural]

(Confusing phrasing for many learners because "es" is singular but "sind" is plural. In German, the actual entity rules the verb, so if it's two days, then in German you say "It are two days.")
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Examples
  • Es sind drei Äpfel auf dem Tisch.
  • There are three apples on the table.

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How many meanings does the German word 'es sind' have?

es sind has 1 distinct meaning: 1. there are, it is [plural].

What is 'es sind' related to?

The word 'es sind' is related to sein.

Where can I learn more about 'es sind'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.