How do you say "Then / really (softens the question)" in German?

"Then / really (softens the question)" in German is "Denn". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

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How to Say ‘Then / really (softens the question)’ in German

Q: What does "Denn" mean in English?

"Denn" means "Then / really (softens the question)" in English. Usage tip: [denn] in questions often doesn't mean [then]. It softens the question or adds a feeling of [so/actually]: [Was ist denn los?], [Wo sind Sie denn?]

Denn

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[den]

💬 Usage Tip: [denn] in questions often doesn't mean [then]. It softens the question or adds a feeling of [so/actually]: [Was ist denn los?], [Wo sind Sie denn?]

Phrase Breakdown

Denn

[den]

then / actually

A modal particle that makes a question sound more natural, like 'then' or 'actually.'

Example

Was ist denn mit der Heizung los?

So what is wrong with the heating?

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