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Many German learners come across this question: How do you distinguish between imΒ and amΒ when talking about time or place in German?
This blog will help you understand when and how to use these prepositions. ππ
Explanation:
Using Im:
Im is short for in dem. It is used to talk about a specific month, a season, or a location.
For example:
Ich bin im Januar geboren.Β (I was born in January.) βοΈ
Wir sind im Park.Β (We are in the park.) π³
Using Am:
Am is short for an dem. It is used to speak about specific days, parts of the day, and dates in general.
For example: Wir treffen uns am Montag.Β (We meet on Monday.) π
Er kommt am Morgen.Β (He comes in the morning.) π
Summary:
To distinguish between imΒ and am:
- Use imΒ for months, seasons, and locations. π
- Use amΒ for specific days, parts of the day, and dates. π
Extra Examples:
Here are some extra examples to help you practice:
A- Im Sommer fahren wir nach Italien. (In summer, we are going to Italy.) βοΈ – Specific season
B- Ich habe am 5. Mai Geburtstag. (My birthday is on May 5th.) π – Specific date
C- Wir treffen uns im Park. (We meet in the park.) π³ – Specific location
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