Oben Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Oben" is mainly used as adverb meaning "above", "up" or "upstairs". It is also used as adjective and preposition.
Essential properties of "oben"
Its most important properties are:
Meanings of "oben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "At the top or in a higher, elevated position"
"Oben", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.
- Definition: "At the top or in a higher place. Indicates an elevated position in space."
- Translation(s): above, up, upstairs, on top
- Synonym(s): Oberhalb, Droben
- Antonym(s): Unten
- Related word(s): Hoch, Aufwärts
📝 Some usage examples:
- Das Buch liegt oben auf dem Regal.
- Wir wohnen oben im dritten Stock.
- Die Katze sitzt oben auf dem Baum.
2.) "Located at the top or highest part (adjective)"
"Oben", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.
- Definition: "Located at the top or highest part of something."
- Translation(s): upper, top
- Synonym(s): obere, oberste
- Antonym(s): unten
- Related word(s): höher, obig
📝 Some usage examples:
- Bitte öffnen Sie das obere Fenster.
- Die oberen Etagen sind nur für Personal zugänglich.
- Im oberen Teil des Briefes steht die Adresse.
3.) "Over or on top of something, indicating a superior position"
"Oben", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.
- Definition: "Over or on top of something, indicating a superior position."
- Translation(s): above, over, on top of
- Synonym(s): über, auf
- Antonym(s): unten
- Related word(s): oberhalb von
📝 Some usage examples:
- Der Vogel fliegt oben über den Wolken.
- Das Bild hängt oben an der Wand.
- Oben auf dem Berg ist die Aussicht wunderschön.
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