abreast in German
abreast in German is Seite an Seite, beieinander, nebeneinander — abreast means side by side, facing the same direction.
abreast in German
Seite an Seite
Side by side and facing forward. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470.)]
beieinander
Side by side and facing forward. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470.)]
nebeneinander
Side by side and facing forward. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470.)]
auf dem Laufenden
Informed, well-informed, familiar, acquainted. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
Schritt
Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
auf dem Laufenden
Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
auf der Höhe
Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
auf gleicher Höhe
(nautical) Side by side; also, opposite; on a line with the vessel's beam. [First attested in the late 17th century.]
What does "abreast" mean?
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adv Side by side, facing the same direction.
"The runners crossed the line three abreast."
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adj Up to date with, or fully informed about, current developments.
"She reads the trade press to stay abreast of industry news."
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abreast in a sentence
- The runners crossed the line three abreast.
- She reads the trade press to stay abreast of industry news.
- It's hard to keep abreast of every new law.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "abreast" in German?
"abreast" in German is Seite an Seite, beieinander, nebeneinander. abreast means: Side by side, facing the same direction.
How do you use "abreast" in a sentence?
Example: "The runners crossed the line three abreast." In German, "abreast" is Seite an Seite, beieinander, nebeneinander.
Are there other ways to say "abreast" in German?
Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "abreast": Seite an Seite, beieinander, nebeneinander, auf dem Laufenden, Schritt, auf der Höhe.
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