draußen
outside, outdoors
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
ˈdʁaʊ̯sn̩
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Cultural Note
Germans love spending time draußen. Outdoor dining (draußen sitzen) is hugely popular as soon as the weather permits, even with Decken (blankets) provided by restaurants in cooler weather. 'Wollen wir draußen sitzen?' is one of the first things asked at any cafe in spring.
📝 Example Sentences
Lass uns draußen essen!
Let's eat outside!
Es ist schön draußen heute.
It's beautiful outside today.
Die Kinder spielen draußen im Garten.
The children are playing outside in the garden.