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noun · B2 · often · UK/US
instance
instance
Meaning of instance
English
an example of something
Deutsch
ein einzelner Fall, der etwas Allgemeines zeigt
Pronunciation
British English
/ˈɪnstəns/
American English
/ˈɪnstəns/
instance with German translation
instance usage examples
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
That's a clear instance of rudeness.
Das ist ein klares Beispiel für Unhöflichkeit.
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
Can you give me an instance of that kind of mistake?
Kannst du mir ein Beispiel für so einen Fehler nennen?
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What's the difference between instance, case, example, occurrence, and illustration
ENIn this case, the answer is no.
ENThis is a good example of teamwork.
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🇬🇧English
occurrence
Something that happens; formal.
rare word
ENPower cuts are a rare occurrence here.
ENThe teacher gave an illustration of the rule.
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Questions about this word
What does instance mean?
an example of something
How do you pronounce instance?
instance is pronounced /ˈɪnstəns/.
How is instance used in a sentence?
Das ist ein klares Beispiel für Unhöflichkeit. Translation: That's a clear instance of rudeness.
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