Goethe A1 Prefix

ab

Based on: *apo-
1.

off, separation

(In the sense of separation.)
2.

starting (from)

(In sense of location and time. More common for time in daily life when talking about a process starting in the future.)
Examples
  • Ich bin ab Montag in Rom.
  • I will be in Rome from next Monday.
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3.

downward

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German Time Prepositions – Meaning, Usage, Example

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Vocab: vor, in, bis, seit, ab

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German Prefixes Explained – “ab” – Part 1

"ab" has two core themes. Today, we'll explore what they are and see how they influence the meaning of verbs with the prefix "ab-".

Vocab: ab, bergab, abwärts, abmachen, abgehen, ablegen, abfangen, absagen, abwarten

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How many meanings does the German word 'ab' have?

ab has 3 distinct meanings: 1. off, separation, 2. starting (from) , 3. downward.

What is 'ab' related to?

The word 'ab' is related to *apo-.

Where can I learn more about 'ab'?

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German Time Prepositions – Meaning, Usage, Example
We'll go over the important time prepositions in German (bis, seit, vor,...), see what they express and what common mistakes to avoid. With plenty of audio examples :)
Vocab: vor, in, bis, seit, ab
Read article

German Prefixes Explained – “ab” – Part 1
"ab" has two core themes. Today, we'll explore what they are and see how they influence the meaning of verbs with the prefix "ab-".
Vocab: ab, bergab, abwärts, abmachen, abgehen, ablegen, abfangen, absagen, abwarten
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