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weiß

/vaɪ̯s/

white

Antonyms

schwarz

Usage Note

Note that 'weiß' is spelled with 'ß' (Eszett), not 'ss'. After a long vowel, German uses 'ß' instead of 'ss'. This is a key spelling rule.

Example Sentences

Der Schnee ist weiß.

The snow is white.

Sie trägt ein weißes Hemd.

She is wearing a white shirt.

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