English–German

“compare” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈglaɪ̯çn̩/

Example

Wir vergleichen die Angebote.

We compare the offers.

Illustration for vergleichen (compare)

How to say “compare” in German

“Compare” in German is vergleichen.

A scale weighs two objects against each other while their shared and differing qualities are examined.

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

Example sentences with vergleichen

Ich vergleiche mich oft mit anderen, wenn ich ihre Erfolge sehe.

I often compare myself with others when I see their successes.

Tips for using vergleichen

  • A named comparison partner commonly follows "mit" and takes the dative, as in "Wir vergleichen A mit B."

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