English–German

“behind it” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/daˈhɪntɐ/

Example

Das Kind versteckt sich dahinter.

The child is hiding behind it.

Illustration for dahinter (behind it)

How to say “behind it” in German

“Behind it” in German is dahinter.

An unseen spot on the rear side of something already being discussed.

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

Example sentences with dahinter

Was steckt dahinter?

What lies behind it?

Tips for using dahinter

  • For a person, German normally uses hinter ihm or hinter ihr, while dahinter usually refers to a place, object, or idea.

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