Herunter Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Herunter" is mainly used as adverb meaning "down", "downwards" or "off". It is also used as particle.

Essential properties of "herunter"

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Meanings of "herunter" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Movement downwards"

"Herunter", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er kam die Treppe herunter.He came down the stairs.
  2. Der Ball rollte den Hügel herunter.The ball rolled down the hill.
  3. Sie schaute aus dem Fenster herunter.She looked down from the window.

2.) "Indicates descent or reduction in compound verbs"

"Herunter", when used with this meaning, acts as particle.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bitte lade die Datei herunter.Please download the file.
  2. Er hat das Bild heruntergeladen.He downloaded the picture.
  3. Sie fährt die Lautstärke herunter.She turns down the volume.
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