A1 Expression Neutral

Das ist schön.

That is beautiful/nice.

Meaning

Expressing approval or finding something aesthetically pleasing.

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Cultural Background

Germans value 'schön' as a way to be polite without being overly enthusiastic, which can sometimes be perceived as insincere. Austrians often use 'schön' in combination with 'sehr' to show genuine warmth in conversation.

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Practice the Umlaut

The 'ö' is key. Practice saying 'er' while rounding your lips to get the perfect 'ö' sound.

Meaning

Expressing approval or finding something aesthetically pleasing.

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Practice the Umlaut

The 'ö' is key. Practice saying 'er' while rounding your lips to get the perfect 'ö' sound.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct adjective.

Das Wetter heute ist ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: schön

'Schön' means beautiful/nice, which fits the weather context.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the correct adjective. Fill Blank A1

Das Wetter heute ist ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: schön

'Schön' means beautiful/nice, which fits the weather context.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it's very versatile, but avoid it for sad news.

Related Phrases

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Wie schön!

synonym

How nice!

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Das gefällt mir.

similar

I like that.

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