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Ich habe mich erkältet.

I have caught a cold.

In German

Ich habe mich erkältet.

Ish hah-be mish air-kel-tet.
English
I have caught a cold.
Español
Me he resfriado.
Italiano
Ho preso un raffreddore.

Sentence Breakdown

  • IchIPronoun
  • habehaveAuxiliary verb
  • michmyselfReflexive pronoun (accusative)
  • erkältetcaught a coldPast participle

Grammar Point

Reflexive verb 'sich erkälten' in Perfect tense

Variations

  • Ich habe Schnupfen.
    I have a runny nose.
  • Ich bin verschnupft.
    I have a cold (nasal congestion).

FAQ

How do you say "I have caught a cold." in German?

"I have caught a cold." in German is "Ich habe mich erkältet." (Ish hah-be mish air-kel-tet.).

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