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woher
/voˈheːɐ̯/
where from
Usage Note
'Woher kommst du?' is one of the first questions you learn in German. It specifically asks about origin or source — not just location. 'Ich komme aus...' is the standard reply.
Example Sentences
Woher kommst du?
Where are you from?
Woher ist das?
Where is that from?