A2Grammartwo-way case
an
on (vertical surface), at, to
In German
an
an
English
on (vertical surface), at, to
Español
en (superficie vertical), a
Italiano
su (superficie verticale), a
Note
Use dative for location (Wo? - Where?) and accusative for direction (Wohin? - Whither/Where to?).
Common Phrases
- Am WochenendeOn the weekend
- An der Reihe seinTo be one's turn
- An etwas denkenTo think of something (accusative)
- An der Universität studierenTo study at the university (dative)
Example Sentences
- 1
Ich hänge das Bild an die Wand.
I hang the picture on the wall.
accusative - 2
Das Bild hängt an der Wand.
The picture hangs on the wall.
dative - 3
Wir sitzen am Tisch (an dem Tisch).
We sit at the table.
dative
FAQ
How do you say "on (vertical surface), at, to" in German?
"on (vertical surface), at, to" in German is "an" (an). Example: Ich hänge das Bild an die Wand..