English–German

“bed” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/bɛt/

Example

Ich gehe ins Bett.

I'm going to bed.

Illustration for Bett (bed)

How to say “bed” in German

“Bed” in German is Bett.

A bounded horizontal place that supports something lying in it, from a sleeping bed to a riverbed.

Full entry for Bett: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Bett

Am Sonntag bleibe ich oft lange im Bett.

On Sunday, I often stay in bed for a long time.

Tips for using Bett

  • The phrase ins Bett uses the accusative after in for movement, while im Bett uses the dative for a location.

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