TOPIC · Adjectives (Adjektive)

Adjectives with Prepositions - Dative

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After this lesson, you will be able to correctly use adjectives with dative prepositions and construct your own sentences.

In this lesson, we will explore adjectives in German that are combined with prepositions, particularly those that require the dative case. This combination is common and helps clarify the relationships between various elements in a sentence.

Adjectives with Dative Prepositions

There are many adjectives that require a specific preposition in the dative case. Here are some examples:

AdjectivePrepositionExampleTranslation
dependent onvonHe is dependent on his family.Er ist abhängig von seiner Familie.
friendly tozuShe is friendly to her neighbors.Sie ist freundlich zu ihren Nachbarn.
interested inanI am interested in new technologies.Ich bin interessiert an neuen Technologien.
satisfied withmitHe is satisfied with his new job.Er ist zufrieden mit seiner neuen Arbeit.
married tomitShe is married to her boyfriend.Sie ist mit ihrem Freund verheiratet.
finished withmitI am now finished with my work.Ich bin jetzt fertig mit meiner Arbeit.
kind tozuThe teacher is kind to his students.Der Lehrer ist nett zu seinen Schülern.
poor inanThe country is poor in resources.Das Land ist arm an Ressourcen.
convinced ofvonI am convinced of your plan.Ich bin überzeugt von deinem Plan.
determined tozuHe is determined to win.Er ist entschlossen zu gewinnen.

Sentence Usage

Understanding these adjectives is important for making precise statements. They can be used in various contexts. Let’s look at a few sentences:

  • “She is curious about the results.”
  • “He feels guilty about this incident.”

Tips

  • Make sure to use the correct preposition with each adjective.
  • Practice writing sentences with these adjectives to reinforce your knowledge.

Overall, mastering adjectives with prepositions in the dative case is an important aspect of German. With practice, you will be able to use this structure fluently.