Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master the art of locating yourself and timing your day in German.
- Locate objects and people using spatial adverbs.
- Describe ongoing actions using the particle 'gerade'.
- Express limitations and timeframes with 'erst' and 'auch'.
学べること
Hey there, language explorer! Ready to really start navigating German conversations? In this chapter, you're going to pick up some super important words that will help you point out places, tell people where you are, and describe exactly when things are happening. Imagine you're meeting friends in Berlin – how would you say 'I'm here' or 'we'll meet there'? With hier, da, and dort, you'll be able to 'point' with your words, giving your listener a clear sense of space. It's like having a magical pointer in your hand!
Now, what if you're in the middle of doing something and want to say 'I'm doing this right now'? That's where gerade comes in. This word helps you show that you're actively involved in an action at this very second. Next, we'll dive into erst, a versatile word used for 'only' or 'not until'. For example, you might want to say 'I'm only 18' or 'the train doesn't leave until five'. Super handy, right?
And finally, meet your new best friend, auch! With this word, you can easily say 'me too' or 'he's also here'. It makes your sentences sound so much more natural and friendly in German. Don't worry, these words might be small, but they're incredibly powerful and you'll use them in every conversation. By the end of this chapter, you'll confidently be able to state your location, describe what you're currently doing, specify when things start, and even agree with others effortlessly. Let's go!
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言葉で指し示す:ここ、そこ、あそこ (hier, da, dort)言葉で「指し示す」魔法の道具!「hier」「da」「dort」で場所も時間もバッチリ伝えよう。
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「今まさに」を表す言葉:geradeの使い方「gerade」は、あなたが「今、この瞬間(しゅんかん)」何かをしていることを表す魔法(まほう)の言葉です。
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ドイツ語の「〜だけ」と「〜になって初めて」(erst)「erst」は時間や年齢、進捗に対して「〜まで」とか「まだ〜だ」という気持ちを表すときに使う言葉です。「まだ」「〜まで」「やっと」という気持ちを込めて使ってみましょう。
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'auch' の力:確認と情報の追加ドイツ語の会話で、事実を確認したり、もっと自然に話したりするために、「auch」を文の真ん中で使ってみましょう!「auch」という言葉が会話をスムーズにしてくれます。
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to: Use 'hier', 'da', and 'dort' to accurately point out locations in a conversation.
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By the end you will be able to: Describe current actions using 'gerade' and express time constraints with 'erst'.
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By the end you will be able to: Agree with others and add information naturally using 'auch'.
チャプターガイド
Overview
or Let's meet there"? That's where hier, da, and dort come in, giving you the power to 'point' with your words.Need to talk about limited quantities or specific times? erst is your go-to word foronly
or not until." And for those moments when you want to agree or add information, auch is incredibly versatile.How This Grammar Works
right here, very close to the speaker.there in a general sense (not too far, but not right next to you), or here when you're handing something over, or even present/available.over there, indicating a place that is further away from both the speaker and listener.right now, at the moment, or currently. It emphasizes an ongoing action.Only (referring to a small quantity or amount):Not until or not before (referring to time):also, too, or even. It’s used to add information or show agreement.Common Mistakes
- 1✗ Wrong:
Ich bin da drüben.
(I am there over there.)
Ich bin dort drüben.(I am over there.)
there, dort specifically refers to a place further away. When you add drüben (over there), it emphasizes a distant location, making dort the more appropriate choice.- 1✗ Wrong:
Ich bin nur fünfzehn Jahre alt.
(I am only fifteen years old.)
Ich bin erst fünfzehn Jahre alt.(I am only fifteen years old.)
only. Nur (only) is generally used for restrictions or limits, not for indicating a small number in comparison to a usual expectation.- 1✗ Wrong:
Ich höre Musik gerade.
(I listen to music right now.)
Ich höre gerade Musik.(I am listening to music right now.)
Real Conversations
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Quick FAQ
What's the main difference between hier, da, and dort in German grammar A1?
Hier means right here (very close). Da is more general, meaning there or here (a bit further, or when handing something). Dort means over there (far away).
Can gerade be used for future actions in German?
No, gerade specifically refers to an action happening right now or currently. For future actions, you would use other time expressions like später (later) or morgen (tomorrow).
Is erst always about time or quantity in German?
Yes, in A1 German, erst is primarily used to mean only when referring to a small quantity or age, or not until when referring to a specific point in time. It implies something is less than expected or not yet happening.
How do you say me too in German using auch?
Simply say
Ich auch!(Me too!). This is a very common and natural way to agree or show you share the same sentiment.
Cultural Context
重要な例文 (8)
ヒントとコツ (4)
「da」は万能選手!
WhatsAppの秘密(ひみつ)
「最初」とのつながり
Ich bin erst am Anfang.
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重要な語彙 (5)
Real-World Preview
Meeting at the Cafe
Review Summary
- Subject + Verb + hier/da/dort
- Subject + Verb + gerade
- Subject + Verb + erst + Time
- Subject + auch + Verb
よくある間違い
If you are at the location, use 'hier'. 'Da' is usually for a place you are pointing at slightly further away.
In German, the verb must stay in the second position. Don't put the adverb before the verb!
While 'Auch ich' is possible, it emphasizes 'I' specifically. 'Ich bin auch' is the standard way to agree.
このチャプターのルール (4)
Next Steps
You've successfully laid the foundation for your German journey. Keep practicing these small words, and you'll see how much faster your speaking improves!
Label your room with sticky notes using hier and dort.
クイック練習 (10)
Find and fix the mistake:
Der Film beginnt nur um 20 Uhr.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: ドイツ語の「〜だけ」と「〜になって初めて」(erst)
Find and fix the mistake:
Das ist wahr auch.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 'auch' の力:確認と情報の追加
Find and fix the mistake:
Ich bin morgen hier (meaning: I am here right now).
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 言葉で指し示す:ここ、そこ、あそこ (hier, da, dort)
Find and fix the mistake:
Ich trinke Wasser gerade.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 「今まさに」を表す言葉:geradeの使い方
「I just arrived」の正しい文(ぶん)を選(えら)んでください。
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 「今まさに」を表す言葉:geradeの使い方
Der Bus kommt ___ um 9 Uhr.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: ドイツ語の「〜だけ」と「〜になって初めて」(erst)
正しい文を選びなさい:
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: ドイツ語の「〜だけ」と「〜になって初めて」(erst)
Ich halte den Apfel in der Hand. Er ist ___.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 言葉で指し示す:ここ、そこ、あそこ (hier, da, dort)
Hast du {das|n} Ticket ___ dabei?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 'auch' の力:確認と情報の追加
Ich esse ___.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 「今まさに」を表す言葉:geradeの使い方
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よくある質問 (6)
Ich habe nur eine Schwester.
Ich komme erst um 5 Uhr.