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What does na mean in German?

"Na" in German is a versatile word with several meanings, depending on the context and intonation. Here are some of the most common ones:

1. "Well," "So," "Okay": This is the most common meaning of "na" in German, often used as a filler word or to indicate a transition in the conversation.

Example: "Na, wie geht es dir?" (Well, how are you?)

2. "Then," "Therefore": "Na" can also be used to express consequence or connection between ideas.

Example: "Er ist krank, na bleibt er zu Hause." (He's sick, therefore he's staying at home.)

3. "Come on," "Hurry up": This is a more informal and imperative meaning of "na," usually used with friends or family.

Example: "Na, beeil dich!" (Come on, hurry up!)

4. "But": In some cases, "na" can express a contrast or objection.

Example: "Ich mag eigentlich keinen Fisch, na den Lachs esse ich gerne." (I don't really like fish, but I love salmon.)

5. "See," "You know": "Na" can also be used to emphasize a point or make something clear.

Example: "Na, ich habe dir doch gesagt, dass er kommt." (See, I told you he was coming.)

It's important to consider the context, intonation, and overall sentence structure to understand the exact meaning of "na" in a specific situation.

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