Wer Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wer" is used as pronoun with the meaning of "who" or "whoever".

Essential properties of "wer"

Its most important properties are:

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Interrogative pronoun asking about a person's identity"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wer hat das Buch geschrieben?Who wrote the book?
  2. Wer kommt heute Abend zur Party?Who is coming to the party tonight?
  3. Wer von euch möchte ein Eis?Who among you would like an ice cream?

2.) "Relative pronoun for people, introducing a subordinate clause"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Mann, wer gestern hier war, ist mein Onkel.The man, who was here yesterday, is my uncle.
  2. Ich kenne jemanden, wer dir helfen kann.I know someone, who can help you.
  3. Diejenigen, wer hart arbeiten, werden belohnt.Those, who work hard, will be rewarded.
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