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A1 preposition #1,000 सबसे आम 12 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

außer

शीर्ष 1,000

At the A1 level, 'außer' is introduced as a simple preposition meaning 'except' or 'but.' Learners at this stage should focus on its most basic function: excluding one person or thing from a group. The most important grammatical rule to learn here is that 'außer' is followed by the dative case. This means you need to know your dative pronouns (mir, dir, ihm, ihr, uns, euch, ihnen) and basic dative articles (dem, der, dem, den). A1 learners will most frequently encounter 'außer' in sentences like 'Alle sind hier, außer Max' or 'Ich trinke alles außer Milch.' It is also important to recognize the very common phrase 'außer Betrieb' (out of order), which you will see on signs everywhere in German-speaking countries. At this level, don't worry about complex conjunctions or abstract idioms; focus on using 'außer' to list exceptions in simple, everyday sentences. Practice identifying the dative case after the word, as this is the most common area for mistakes. Remember: Außer + Dative = Exception.

As you move to A2, you will begin to see 'außer' used in more varied contexts and fixed expressions. You should become comfortable with phrases like 'außer Haus' (out of the office) and 'außer Gefahr' (out of danger). These phrases are used as single units of meaning. You will also start to see 'außer' combined with other words, such as 'außer wenn' (unless). In A2, you should also be able to use 'außer' with more complex noun phrases, ensuring that the adjectives and nouns all follow the dative declension rules (e.g., 'außer meinem alten Fahrrad'). You might also encounter 'außer' in the context of 'außer sich sein' (to be beside oneself), usually with an emotion like 'vor Freude' (with joy) or 'vor Wut' (with anger). At this stage, your goal is to expand from simple lists of exceptions to describing states and conditions using these common idiomatic expressions. You should also be able to distinguish 'außer' from 'außerhalb' (outside of), which is a common point of confusion for A2 learners.

At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'außer' with greater flexibility, especially as a conjunction. You should be able to form complex sentences using 'außer dass' (except that) and 'außer wenn' (unless/except when). This requires a good understanding of German word order, as these conjunctions introduce subordinate clauses where the verb must go to the end of the sentence. For example: 'Ich würde kommen, außer wenn ich arbeiten muss.' You will also encounter 'außer' in more formal and professional settings. Phrases like 'außer Dienst' (off duty) or 'außer Kraft' (invalid/not in force) become more relevant. B1 learners should also start to notice that in certain comparative structures, 'außer' can sometimes appear to take a case other than the dative if it is mirroring the case of the main subject or object, although the dative remains the safest standard. You should be able to use 'außer' to refine your arguments, providing specific exceptions to general statements in both speaking and writing. Your vocabulary of synonyms like 'abgesehen von' and 'ausgenommen' should also begin to grow at this stage.

By B2, you should have a nuanced understanding of 'außer' and its role in sophisticated German. You will encounter it in abstract and idiomatic expressions that are common in literature, journalism, and formal discussions. Phrases like 'außer Frage stehen' (to be out of the question/beyond doubt) or 'außer Zweifel stehen' (to be beyond doubt) are essential for academic and professional communication. You should also be comfortable with the use of 'außer' in legal or official contexts, such as 'außerordentlich' (extraordinary - literally 'outside the order'). At this level, you should be able to choose between 'außer' and its synonyms ('bis auf,' 'ausgenommen,' 'abgesehen von') based on the desired tone and emphasis. You should also be able to handle complex sentences where 'außer' is used to exclude entire concepts or hypothetical situations. Your mastery of the dative case should be instinctive, and you should be able to recognize and correctly interpret 'außer' even when it is used in dense, high-level texts. The focus at B2 is on precision and stylistic variety.

At the C1 level, you are exploring the stylistic and historical depths of 'außer.' You will encounter it in classical literature and high-level academic writing where it may be used in ways that deviate slightly from modern colloquial standards. You should understand its etymological roots and how it relates to other words like 'äußerst' (extremely) and 'äußern' (to utter/express). In C1, you should be able to use 'außer' to create complex rhetorical structures, using it to set up contrast and nuance in your arguments. You will also be familiar with rare or archaic uses, such as 'außer' followed by the genitive in certain old-fashioned expressions, though these are mostly for recognition rather than active use. Your ability to use 'außer' in conjunction with other particles and adverbs should be seamless. You should also be able to discuss the subtle differences between 'außer' and its most formal counterparts in legal German, such as 'vorbehaltlich' or 'unter Ausschluss von.' At this level, 'außer' is not just a preposition, but a tool for precise logical exclusion and stylistic elegance.

At the C2 level, your mastery of 'außer' is complete and native-like. You understand the finest nuances of its usage across all registers, from the most informal slang to the most formal legal and poetic language. You can use 'außer' with perfect grammatical accuracy in any sentence structure, no matter how complex. You are aware of regional variations (such as the 'ss' spelling in Switzerland) and can adapt your usage accordingly. You can interpret 'außer' in the context of complex philosophical or legal arguments where the exact scope of an exception is critical. You also appreciate the word's role in the rhythm and flow of German prose and poetry. At this level, you might use 'außer' to create specific stylistic effects, such as irony or emphasis, by placing it in unusual positions or pairing it with unexpected concepts. You have a deep understanding of the word's history and its evolution within the Germanic language family. For a C2 learner, 'außer' is a versatile and powerful instrument in their linguistic repertoire, used with total confidence and precision.

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

außer 30 सेकंड में

Means 'except' or 'apart from' in most contexts.
Always triggers the dative case when used as a preposition.
Common in fixed phrases like 'außer Betrieb' (out of order).
Can act as a conjunction (außer wenn, außer dass).

The German preposition außer is a fundamental building block of the language, primarily used to denote exclusion or exception. At its core, it functions similarly to the English words 'except,' 'but,' or 'apart from.' However, its application in German is governed by specific grammatical rules that distinguish it from its English counterparts. Historically, 'außer' is derived from the word 'aus' (out), and its literal sense of being 'outside of' a group or condition still permeates its modern usage. When you use 'außer,' you are effectively drawing a circle around a group and pointing to something that stands outside that boundary.

Grammatical Governance: In almost all standard contexts, 'außer' requires the dative case. This means the noun or pronoun following it must be declined accordingly. For example, 'außer mir' (except me) or 'außer dem Kind' (except the child). Understanding this case requirement is the first step toward mastery.

Beyond simple exclusion, 'außer' appears in a multitude of fixed expressions that describe states of being or operational statuses. These idiomatic uses are where the word truly comes alive in daily conversation. For instance, when a machine is broken, it is 'außer Betrieb' (out of order). When someone is furious or losing control, they might be 'außer sich' (beside themselves). These phrases utilize the 'outside of' logic: a machine is outside its normal operation; a person is outside their normal emotional state.

Alle Schüler waren im Klassenzimmer, außer dem kranken Jungen.

In this sentence, the boy is the exception to the general rule of the students being present. The use of 'dem kranken Jungen' clearly demonstrates the dative case. The word is also used in formal and legal contexts to define limits. In contracts, you might see 'außer im Falle von...' (except in the case of...). This precision makes it indispensable for defining the scope of agreements. Furthermore, 'außer' can be combined with other words to form conjunctions like 'außer wenn' (unless) or 'außer dass' (except that). These structures allow for complex conditional statements.

Semantic Range: The word covers exclusion (everyone but him), state (out of service), and condition (unless). It is a versatile tool that bridges simple descriptions and complex logical exclusions.

Der Aufzug ist leider außer Betrieb.

This is perhaps the most common sign you will see in Germany, indicating that something is not functioning.

Common Collocations: Commonly paired with 'Betrieb' (operation), 'Gefahr' (danger), 'Kontrolle' (control), and 'Frage' (question). Each of these creates a specific meaning that learners must memorize as a unit.

Außer Kaffee trinke ich morgens nichts.

This emphasizes that coffee is the sole exception to the speaker's morning fasting. By the end of this exploration, you will see that 'außer' is not just a word for 'except,' but a gateway to expressing complex states and conditions in German. Its frequency in both high-level literature and low-level street signs makes it a priority for any serious student of the language.

Using 'außer' correctly requires a firm grasp of German sentence structure and the dative case. When 'außer' acts as a preposition, it typically precedes the noun or pronoun it modifies. The most critical rule for beginners is that 'außer' is a dative preposition. This means that articles like 'der' become 'dem,' 'die' becomes 'der,' and 'das' becomes 'dem.' Plural articles change to 'den' with an additional '-n' added to the noun if possible.

The Dative Rule: Always check the gender and number of the noun following 'außer.' If you say 'except the woman,' it is 'außer der Frau.' If you say 'except the man,' it is 'außer dem Mann.'

Wir haben alles vorbereitet, außer dem Nachtisch.

Here, 'der Nachtisch' (masculine) changes to 'dem Nachtisch' because of 'außer.' Another layer of complexity arises when 'außer' is used as a conjunction. In these cases, it often introduces a subordinate clause. For example, 'außer wenn es regnet' (unless it rains). In such structures, the verb moves to the end of the clause, following the standard rule for German subordinate clauses. In more advanced German, 'außer' can sometimes take the case of the noun it is excluding if it is seen as a comparative element. For instance, 'Niemand hat ihn gesehen außer er' (No one saw him except he) is sometimes heard, though 'außer ihm' (dative) remains the standard and safer choice for learners.

Fixed Prepositional Phrases: Many uses of 'außer' are idiomatic and do not require much thought about the case once the phrase is learned. 'Außer Dienst' (off duty) or 'Außer Gefahr' (out of danger) are static units.

Das steht außer Zweifel.

This means 'That is beyond doubt.' Here, 'Zweifel' is in the dative, though the plural and singular look the same in this instance.

Niemand außer uns weiß die Wahrheit.

This translates to 'No one except us knows the truth.' The use of 'uns' (dative) is mandatory.

Negation and 'Außer': 'Außer' is frequently paired with negative words like 'niemand' (no one), 'nichts' (nothing), and 'kein' (no/none). This creates the 'nobody but...' or 'nothing except...' structure.

Ich habe nichts außer einem Apfel gegessen.

Note the dative 'einem Apfel.' This structure is very common in everyday speech to specify a limited selection. Mastering these sentence patterns will allow you to express exceptions clearly and accurately in any context.

In the real world, 'außer' is ubiquitous. You will encounter it from the moment you step onto German soil, often in very practical ways. One of the first places you'll see it is in public transport or in buildings. Signs reading 'Außer Betrieb' are common on elevators, escalators, and ticket machines. This is the standard way to say 'out of order.'

Public Spaces: Look for 'außer' on signs indicating exceptions to parking rules or entry restrictions. For example, 'Einfahrt verboten, außer für Anlieger' (Entry forbidden, except for residents).

Der Fahrstuhl ist außer Betrieb.

In conversational German, 'außer' is the go-to word for excluding people or things from a statement. If you're at a party and someone asks who is coming, you might say, 'Alle kommen, außer Max.' It's direct and efficient. You'll also hear it in emotional contexts. If someone is extremely angry or excited, a friend might say, 'Er ist ganz außer sich vor Wut' (He is completely beside himself with rage). This idiomatic use is very common in storytelling and descriptions of intense emotions. In the news or in formal reports, 'außer' is used to describe situations that are unusual or critical. 'Außer Kontrolle geraten' (to get out of control) is a phrase frequently used in reports about fires, protests, or economic situations. Similarly, 'außer Lebensgefahr' (out of life-threatening danger) is a standard medical update for patients who have stabilized.

Professional Environments: In an office, you might hear 'außer Haus' (out of the office/building). If a colleague is at a meeting elsewhere, they are 'außer Haus.'

Herr Müller ist heute außer Haus.

This is a polite, professional way to indicate someone's absence. In academic or legal discussions, 'außer' is used to define exceptions to theories or laws. 'Außer Kraft setzen' means to suspend or invalidate a law or rule.

Das Gesetz wurde außer Kraft gesetzt.

From the mundane 'out of order' sign to the complex legal suspension of a law, 'außer' is a word that spans all levels of German society. Paying attention to it in these various contexts will help you understand the 'logic' of the German language more deeply.

For English speakers learning German, 'außer' presents several pitfalls, primarily due to case requirements and confusion with similar-looking words. The most frequent error is using the accusative case instead of the dative case after 'außer.' Because English doesn't distinguish between these cases for nouns, learners often default to the nominative or an incorrect form.

The Case Trap: Mistake: 'Außer den Mann' (Accusative). Correct: 'Außer dem Mann' (Dative). Always remember that 'außer' is one of the prepositions that strictly governs the dative in its standard prepositional use.

Falsch: Niemand außer mich. Richtig: Niemand außer mir.

Another common source of confusion is the distinction between 'außer' and 'außerhalb.' While they look similar, 'außerhalb' means 'outside of' in a spatial or temporal sense (e.g., 'outside the city' or 'outside of office hours'). 'Außer' means 'except for.' Using 'außer' when you mean 'outside of' is a common mistake. Learners also struggle with the word order when 'außer' is used in conjunction with 'wenn' or 'dass.' Remember that these combinations create subordinate clauses, which require the verb to be placed at the very end.

Conjunction Confusion: Mistake: 'Ich gehe nicht, außer wenn es ist sonnig.' Correct: 'Ich gehe nicht, außer wenn es sonnig ist.' The verb 'ist' must move to the end.

Wir kommen morgen, außer wenn es regnet.

There is also the 'außer' vs. 'sonst' confusion. 'Sonst' means 'otherwise' or 'else.' While they are related in logic, they are not interchangeable. 'Außer' excludes something from a group; 'sonst' describes what happens if a condition isn't met.

Alle waren da, außer (nicht: ausser) ihm.

Finally, avoid overusing 'außer' when 'bis auf' might be more natural. While 'außer' is almost always correct for 'except,' 'bis auf' is very common when talking about 'all but one' or 'all except for a small amount.' For example, 'Bis auf den letzten Cent' (down to the last cent). Understanding these nuances will help you sound more like a native speaker and avoid the most common grammatical traps.

While 'außer' is the most common way to express 'except,' German offers several alternatives that can add variety and precision to your speech. The choice often depends on the context and the specific nuance you want to convey.

Bis auf: This phrase is very similar to 'außer' and is often used when emphasizing that almost everything is included except for a specific part. It also takes the dative or accusative depending on the context, but often functions just like 'außer.' Example: 'Alle waren pünktlich bis auf einen.'

Wir haben alles geschafft, bis auf die Hausaufgaben.

Another strong alternative is 'ausgenommen.' This is the past participle of 'ausnehmen' (to take out/except). It is often used at the end of a sentence or phrase and functions more like an adjective or an apposition.

Abgesehen von: This translates to 'apart from' or 'aside from.' It is used when you want to set something aside to focus on the rest of the information. It always takes the dative because of the preposition 'von.' Example: 'Abgesehen vom Wetter war der Urlaub toll.'

Abgesehen von den Kosten ist der Plan perfekt.

For more formal or technical contexts, you might use 'exklusive' (exclusive of). This is the direct opposite of 'inklusive' (inclusive of). It is frequently used in business and billing.

Comparison Table: - **Außer**: General use, dative, means 'except.' - **Bis auf**: Emphasis on 'all but,' common in daily speech. - **Ausgenommen**: Formal, often follows the noun. - **Abgesehen von**: 'Aside from,' used to shift focus. - **Exklusive**: Technical/Business, means 'not including.'

Ich esse kein Fleisch, außer Fisch (Exception). Ich esse kein Fleisch, sondern Gemüse (Correction).

Understanding these alternatives allows you to choose the right 'flavor' of exception for every situation, making your German sound more nuanced and sophisticated.

How Formal Is It?

औपचारिक

"Wir sind außer Stande, Ihrem Wunsch zu entsprechen."

तटस्थ

"Alle waren pünktlich, außer dem Lehrer."

अनौपचारिक

"Ich bin echt außer Atem!"

Child friendly

"Alle Tiere schlafen, außer der kleinen Eule."

बोलचाल

"Der Typ ist ja völlig außer Rand und Band!"

रोचक तथ्य

The 'ß' in 'außer' is a result of the High German consonant shift. In English, the 't' in 'outer' remained, but in German, it shifted to a sibilant sound.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ˈaʊ̯sɐ/

US /ˈaʊ̯sər/

Stress is on the first syllable: AU-ßer.

तुकबंदी

Häuser Mäuser äußer Bäuser Glauser Sauser Brauser Lauser

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing 'ß' like a 'z'. It must be a sharp 's'.
Over-pronouncing the final 'r'. It should be a soft vowel sound.
Confusing 'au' with 'ou' in French or other languages.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 2/5

Easy to recognize in text, though fixed phrases require memorization.

लिखना 4/5

Requires correct dative declension, which can be tricky for beginners.

बोलना 3/5

Pronunciation is straightforward, but case choice must be fast.

श्रवण 2/5

Clear sound, though the final 'er' can be swallowed in fast speech.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

aus mit nach von zu

आगे सीखें

außerhalb innerhalb ausgenommen abgesehen von

उन्नत

außerordentlich äußerst veräußern

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Dative Prepositions

Mit, nach, von, zu, außer, aus, bei, seit.

Subordinate Clauses with 'wenn'

Ich komme, außer wenn ich krank bin.

Adjective Declension in Dative

Außer dem netten Mann.

Pronoun Declension

Niemand außer ihm.

Compound Adjectives

Das ist außerordentlich wichtig.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

Alle essen Pizza, außer mir.

Everyone is eating pizza, except for me.

'mir' is the dative form of 'ich'.

Der Aufzug ist außer Betrieb.

The elevator is out of order.

'Außer Betrieb' is a fixed phrase.

Ich habe alles außer den Hausaufgaben gemacht.

I have done everything except the homework.

'den Hausaufgaben' is dative plural.

Niemand ist zu Hause außer meiner Mutter.

No one is at home except my mother.

'meiner Mutter' is dative feminine.

Wir arbeiten jeden Tag außer Sonntag.

We work every day except Sunday.

'Sonntag' is dative masculine (dem Sonntag).

Außer Kaffee trinke ich nichts.

Except for coffee, I drink nothing.

Sentence starts with 'außer' for emphasis.

Alle Kinder spielen, außer dem kleinen Jungen.

All children are playing, except the little boy.

'dem kleinen Jungen' uses dative weak declension.

Hast du außer diesem Buch noch andere?

Do you have any others besides this book?

'diesem Buch' is dative neuter.

Er war außer sich vor Freude.

He was beside himself with joy.

Idiomatic use for extreme emotion.

Das Restaurant ist heute außer Haus.

The restaurant is [doing] catering today / out of the house.

Context-dependent professional phrase.

Die Verletzten sind außer Gefahr.

The injured are out of danger.

Fixed phrase for medical safety.

Ich komme mit, außer wenn es regnet.

I'm coming along, unless it rains.

'außer wenn' introduces a subordinate clause.

Außer seinem Bruder kennt er niemanden in der Stadt.

Except for his brother, he knows no one in the city.

Dative 'seinem Bruder'.

Können wir außer Bier auch Wein kaufen?

Can we buy wine besides beer?

Using 'außer' to mean 'in addition to' in a question.

Das Gerät ist schon seit Wochen außer Betrieb.

The device has been out of order for weeks.

Combines 'seit' and 'außer'.

Niemand außer dir kann mir helfen.

No one except you can help me.

'dir' is dative singular.

Außer dass es teuer war, war das Hotel perfekt.

Except for the fact that it was expensive, the hotel was perfect.

'außer dass' introduces a factual exception clause.

Der Polizist ist heute außer Dienst.

The police officer is off duty today.

'Außer Dienst' is the standard term for 'off duty'.

Wir haben keine Wahl, außer zu warten.

We have no choice but to wait.

'außer' followed by an infinitive construction.

Er hat außer seinem Namen nichts gesagt.

He said nothing except his name.

Dative 'seinem Namen'.

Außer Sicht, außer Sinn.

Out of sight, out of mind.

A common German proverb.

Das steht völlig außer Frage.

That is completely out of the question.

Idiom meaning 'indisputable'.

Außer bei Notfällen darf man hier nicht parken.

Except in emergencies, you are not allowed to park here.

'außer bei' + dative plural.

Ich habe alles gepackt, außer meinen Schuhen.

I've packed everything except my shoes.

Dative plural 'meinen Schuhen'.

Die Situation ist völlig außer Kontrolle geraten.

The situation has got completely out of control.

Verb 'geraten' is often used with 'außer Kontrolle'.

Es steht außer Zweifel, dass er die Wahrheit sagt.

It is beyond doubt that he is telling the truth.

Formal idiom for certainty.

Außer Stande sein, eine Entscheidung zu treffen.

To be unable to make a decision.

'Außer Stande' means 'unable'.

Die alten Gesetze wurden außer Kraft gesetzt.

The old laws were suspended / put out of force.

Legal terminology.

Er ist außer Atem, weil er gerannt ist.

He is out of breath because he ran.

Physical state idiom.

Niemand außer dem Chef selbst darf das Dokument lesen.

No one except the boss himself is allowed to read the document.

Dative 'dem Chef'.

Außer im Falle einer schweren Krankheit gibt es keine Ausnahmen.

Except in the case of a serious illness, there are no exceptions.

Formal conditional exception.

Das Schiff ist außer Kurs geraten.

The ship has gone off course.

Navigational idiom.

Das Ereignis war von außerordentlicher Bedeutung.

The event was of extraordinary importance.

'außerordentlich' is an adjective derived from 'außer'.

Außer Acht lassen darf man dabei nicht, dass...

One must not ignore the fact that...

'Außer Acht lassen' means 'to ignore/disregard'.

Er war außer Gefecht gesetzt.

He was put out of action / incapacitated.

Military/Competitive idiom.

Die Maschine ist außer Reichweite der Funkwellen.

The machine is out of range of the radio waves.

'Außer Reichweite' means 'out of reach/range'.

Außergerichtliche Einigung erzielen.

To reach an out-of-court settlement.

'Außergerichtlich' is a compound adjective.

Es liegt außer meiner Macht, das zu ändern.

It is beyond my power to change that.

Expressing lack of agency.

Außer Rand und Band sein.

To be out of control / wild.

Colloquial idiom for chaotic behavior.

Das geht außer alles Maß.

That goes beyond all measure / is excessive.

Formal/Literary expression of excess.

Die Bestimmungen wurden außer Anwendung gelassen.

The provisions were left unapplied.

Highly formal administrative German.

Er agierte völlig außer Konkurrenz.

He acted completely beyond competition / in a league of his own.

Idiom for superior performance.

Das Phänomen ist außerphänomenologisch nicht zu erklären.

The phenomenon cannot be explained outside of phenomenology.

Academic compound usage.

Außer Spesen nichts gewesen.

Nothing but expenses (a wasted effort).

Common business idiom for a failed venture.

Sich außer Verantwortung stehlen.

To shirk one's responsibility.

Metaphorical use of 'außer'.

Die Schönheit der Natur ist außer Schilderung.

The beauty of nature is beyond description.

Poetic/Archaic structure.

Außer Dienst gestellt werden.

To be decommissioned (e.g., a ship or official).

Passive formal construction.

Außerhalb jeglicher Norm, ja geradezu außerweltlich.

Outside of any norm, indeed almost otherworldly.

Contrasting 'außerhalb' and 'außer' compounds.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

außer Betrieb

außer Gefahr

außer Kontrolle

außer Frage

außer Atem

außer Haus

außer Dienst

außer Zweifel

außer Sicht

außer Kraft

सामान्य वाक्यांश

Außer mir

Außer dir

Außer wenn

Außer dass

Außer Stande sein

Außer Rand und Band

Außer Acht lassen

Außer Kurs

Außer Gefecht

Außer Reichweite

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

außer vs außerhalb

Außerhalb refers to location (outside of), while außer refers to exception (except for).

außer vs sonst

Sonst means 'otherwise' or 'else', while außer means 'except'.

außer vs sondern

Sondern is used for 'but' after a negation to provide a correction, not an exception.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"Außer sich sein"

To be beside oneself (with emotion). Usually anger or joy.

Sie war außer sich vor Wut.

neutral

"Außer Rand und Band sein"

To be wild and unruly.

Nach dem Sieg waren die Fans außer Rand und Band.

informal

"Außer Spesen nichts gewesen"

A lot of effort for nothing; only expenses incurred.

Die Reise war umsonst – außer Spesen nichts gewesen.

informal/business

"Außer Konkurrenz laufen"

To be in a league of one's own; incomparable.

Seine Leistung läuft außer Konkurrenz.

neutral

"Etwas außer Acht lassen"

To ignore or neglect something important.

Du solltest seine Warnung nicht außer Acht lassen.

formal

"Außer Atem sein"

To be winded or out of breath.

Nach dem Sprint war er völlig außer Atem.

neutral

"Außer Frage stehen"

To be indisputable or certain.

Dass er kompetent ist, steht außer Frage.

neutral

"Außer Stande sein"

To be incapable of doing something.

Er war außer Stande, ein Wort zu sagen.

formal

"Außer Dienst"

Off duty; no longer in service.

Das Schiff wurde außer Dienst gestellt.

neutral

"Außer Sicht, außer Sinn"

Out of sight, out of mind.

Seit er weggezogen ist, denkt niemand mehr an ihn – außer Sicht, außer Sinn.

neutral

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außer vs außen

Similar spelling and sound.

Außen is an adverb meaning 'on the outside'. Außer is a preposition meaning 'except'.

Außen ist das Haus rot. Außer dem Dach ist alles rot.

außer vs äußerst

Derived from the same root.

Äußerst is an adverb meaning 'extremely'.

Das ist äußerst wichtig.

außer vs äußern

Similar root.

Äußern is a verb meaning 'to express' or 'to utter'.

Er möchte seine Meinung äußern.

außer vs aus

Root word.

Aus means 'out' or 'from'. Außer means 'except'.

Ich komme aus Berlin. Alle kommen aus Berlin, außer mir.

außer vs außerhalb

Very similar appearance.

Außerhalb is spatial/temporal (outside). Außer is logical exclusion (except).

Wir wohnen außerhalb der Stadt. Außer mir wohnt dort niemand.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

Alle [Verb], außer [Dative Noun].

Alle schlafen, außer dem Hund.

Niemand [Verb], außer [Dative Pronoun].

Niemand hilft, außer mir.

[Noun] ist außer [Noun].

Das Telefon ist außer Betrieb.

Ich [Verb], außer wenn [Clause].

Ich gehe spazieren, außer wenn es schneit.

Es steht außer [Noun].

Es steht außer Frage.

Außer dass [Clause], [Main Clause].

Außer dass es regnet, ist alles super.

[Subject] ist außer Stande, [Infinitive].

Er ist außer Stande, zu kommen.

Man darf [Noun] nicht außer Acht lassen.

Man darf die Kosten nicht außer Acht lassen.

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frequency

Extremely high in both written and spoken German.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Using Accusative: 'Außer mich.' → Außer mir.
'Außer' is a dative preposition. You must use the dative pronoun.
Confusing with 'außerhalb'. → Außerhalb der Stadt (Location).
'Außerhalb' is for physical or temporal 'outside'. 'Außer' is for 'except'.
Wrong word order with 'außer wenn'. → Außer wenn es regnet.
The verb must go to the end in a subordinate clause introduced by 'außer wenn'.
Using 'außer' instead of 'sondern'. → Nicht A, sondern B.
Use 'sondern' for corrections. Use 'außer' for exceptions.
Spelling with 'ss' in Germany. → außer
In Germany and Austria, the 'ß' is required after a long vowel like 'au'.

सुझाव

Master the Dative

Since 'außer' is a dative preposition, always review your dative endings. 'Außer dem' (masc/neut), 'außer der' (fem), 'außer den ...n' (plural).

Learn the Phrases

Instead of just learning the word, learn 'außer Betrieb', 'außer Atem', and 'außer Gefahr' as single units.

Pronounce the ß

The 'ß' is always a sharp 's' like in 'hiss'. Never pronounce it like a 'z'.

Use for Contrast

Use 'außer' to make your writing more precise by clearly defining exceptions to your statements.

Context Clues

If you hear 'außer' at the start of a sentence, expect a dative noun followed immediately by a verb.

Out-er Logic

Remember that 'außer' comes from 'out'. If it's 'out' of the group, it's 'außer'.

Conjunction Power

Use 'außer wenn' to replace 'unless' in your German sentences for more complex expression.

Professional Tone

Use 'außer Haus' in emails to indicate you are away from your desk.

Sign Recognition

When you see 'außer' on a sign, look for the word after it to know what the exception is (e.g., 'außer Anlieger').

Stylistic Variety

Try using 'ausgenommen' at the end of a sentence for a more formal, literary feel.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'Außer' as 'Out-er'. If someone is 'out-er' of the group, they are the exception. 'Außer' = 'Out-er' = 'Except'.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a circle of people with one person standing outside the line. That person is 'außer' the group.

Word Web

aus außen außerhalb Ausnahme äußern äußerst außerordentlich außer Betrieb

चैलेंज

Try to use 'außer' in three different ways today: once for a person, once for a thing, and once in the phrase 'außer Betrieb'.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

Derived from the Old High German word 'ūzzar', which meant 'outer' or 'outside'. It is closely related to the preposition 'aus' (out).

मूल अर्थ: The original meaning was strictly spatial, referring to something being on the outside of a boundary.

Germanic, related to English 'outer' and 'out'.

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

No specific sensitivities, but be careful using 'außer sich' as it implies a total loss of composure.

English speakers often confuse 'außer' with 'besides'. In English, 'besides' can mean 'except' or 'in addition to'. In German, 'außer' is primarily 'except'.

The phrase 'Außer Kontrolle' is a common title for German thrillers and news segments. German philosophy often uses 'Das Äußere' to discuss the external world vs. the internal self. The legal term 'außerordentliche Kündigung' (extraordinary termination) is a well-known concept in German labor law.

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वास्तविक संदर्भ

Public Transport

Außer Betrieb
Außer Dienst
Außer Fahrplan
Außer Reichweite

Social Gatherings

Alle außer mir
Niemand außer dir
Außer wenn du willst
Außer wir gehen später

Medical/Safety

Außer Gefahr
Außer Lebensgefahr
Außer Kontrolle
Außer Atem

Office/Work

Außer Haus
Außer Dienst
Außer Kraft
Außer Stande sein

Logical Arguments

Außer Frage stehen
Außer Zweifel stehen
Außer Acht lassen
Abgesehen von

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Was machst du am Wochenende, außer zu schlafen?"

"Gibt es etwas, das du gar nicht isst, außer Rosenkohl?"

"Wer kommt alles zur Party, außer den üblichen Verdächtigen?"

"Was ist dein Lieblingssport, außer Fußball?"

"Hast du außer Deutsch noch andere Hobbys?"

डायरी विषय

Schreibe über einen Tag, an dem alles schiefging, außer einer Sache.

Was würdest du tun, wenn du außer Rand und Band wärst?

Beschreibe eine Situation, in der du völlig außer Atem warst.

Welche Dinge in deinem Leben stehen völlig außer Frage?

Was machst du gerne, wenn du außer Haus bist?

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10 सवाल

In standard German, yes, 'außer' is a dative preposition. However, in some comparative contexts or when used as a conjunction, it might appear to follow the case of the noun it refers to. For learners, sticking to the dative is the best rule.

'Außer' is the general word for 'except'. 'Bis auf' is often used to mean 'all but' or 'down to', emphasizing that only a tiny part is excluded. They are often interchangeable.

The standard phrase is 'außer Betrieb'. You will see this on signs for elevators, machines, and public facilities.

Yes, in the sense of 'apart from'. For example, 'Wer war außer dir noch da?' (Who else was there besides you?).

Yes, 'außer wenn' means 'unless'. It introduces a subordinate clause where the verb goes to the end.

It means to be 'beside oneself' with a strong emotion, like 'außer sich vor Wut' (beside oneself with rage).

It is neutral and used in all registers of German, from slang to legal texts.

In Switzerland, the 'ß' is not used, so it is spelled 'ausser'.

The opposite is 'einschließlich' or 'inklusive', meaning 'including'.

Yes, and it is very common for emphasis. Just remember the verb must still be the second element in the main clause.