German Word: erst
English Meaning: 1. first 2. not until 3. as recently as 4. only

Word Forms: ersten, erster, erstes

Example Sentences:

Die neue Single dieses Sängers landete sofort auf dem ersten Platz.
The new single of this singer immediately reached the top position.
[Show Details]
Wir kamen erst um Mitternacht nach Hause.
We didn't return home until midnight.
[Show Details]
Die Situation wurde erst mit Hilfe von Verstärkung gemeistert.
The situation was only mastered with the help of reinforcements.
[Show Details]
Am ersten Weihnachtstag essen wir immer Gans zu Mittag.
On Christmas Day, we always have goose for lunch.
[Show Details]
Du musst dich erst einloggen.
You have to log in first.
[Show Details]
Das habe ich erst gestern erfahren.
I only found out yesterday.
[Show Details]
Ich kann erst dann gehen, wenn ich meine Hausaufgaben gemacht habe.
I can't leave till I've finished my homework.
[Show Details]

Learn German and other languages online with our audio flashcard system and various exercises, such as multiple choice tests, writing exercises, games and listening exercises.

Click here to Sign Up Free!

Or sign up via Facebook/Google with one click:

    Log in with Google

Watch a short Intro by a real user!