Unter Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Unter" is mainly used as preposition meaning "under", "below" or "beneath". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "unter"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Preposition

  • Governed cases: accusative, dative
  • Functions: local, modal
  • Contracted forms: unterm (unter dem)

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Under, in a lower position"

"Unter", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Buch liegt unter dem Tisch.The book is under the table.
  2. Die Katze versteckt sich unter dem Bett.The cat is hiding under the bed.
  3. Er trägt einen Pullover unter seiner Jacke.He is wearing a sweater under his jacket.

2.) "Among, in the middle of a group"

"Unter", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Unter den Studenten gab es viele Diskussionen.There were many discussions among the students.
  2. Sie ist die Beste unter allen Teilnehmern.She is the best among all participants.
  3. Er fühlte sich wohl unter seinen Freunden.He felt comfortable among his friends.

3.) "During, in the course of a period or situation"

"Unter", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Unter der Regierung von Angela Merkel gab es viele Veränderungen.Under Angela Merkel's government, there were many changes.
  2. Sie arbeitete unter schwierigen Bedingungen.She worked under difficult conditions.
  3. Unter diesen Umständen können wir nicht weiterarbeiten.Under these circumstances, we cannot continue working.

4.) "Below a limit or level"

"Unter", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Temperatur liegt unter dem Gefrierpunkt.The temperature is below freezing point.
  2. Er verkaufte das Auto unter seinem Wert.He sold the car below its value.
  3. Kinder unter 12 Jahren haben freien Eintritt.Children under 12 years have free entry.

5.) "Down, in a lower position"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bitte schauen Sie unter, ob der Schlüssel dort liegt.Please look down to see if the key is there.
  2. Das Zimmer im Keller ist ganz unter.The room in the basement is all the way down.
  3. Die Kinder spielen unter im Garten.The children are playing down in the garden.
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