Auf - translation, pronunciation and examples
on
auf einer Oberfläche oder Fläche, sie berührend
Learn auf with free cards in 30 seconds.
When to use auf
на столе
на стене
на полу
на кровати
на полке
auf usage examples
Similar words
Means “on it / on that” and often replaces “auf etwas,” referring back to something already mentioned.
Means “up there / above” and usually refers to a higher position, not necessarily directly on a surface.
Often means “at, on, to,” but not always directly on a surface; it can indicate contact or being at an edge.
Means “in/inside,” so it refers to being within something, not on a surface.
Means “above/over,” and sometimes “about.” In spatial use, it usually means not on a surface but above it.
Test yourself
Learn by topic
auf belongs to the topic "Top 300". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
auf synonyms
What's the difference between auf / oben / an / in / über
Means “on it / on that” and often replaces “auf etwas,” referring back to something already mentioned.
Leg das Buch darauf.
Положи книгу на это.
Means “up there / above” and usually refers to a higher position, not necessarily directly on a surface.
Das Bild hängt oben an der Wand.
Картина висит вверху на стене.
Often means “at, on, to,” but not always directly on a surface; it can indicate contact or being at an edge.
Das Bild hängt an der Wand.
Картина висит на стене.
Das Buch liegt in der Tasche.
Книга лежит в сумке.
Means “above/over,” and sometimes “about.” In spatial use, it usually means not on a surface but above it.
Die Lampe hängt über dem Tisch.
Лампа висит над столом.
What's the difference
More related word breakdowns
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
bite vs chew vs sting vs nip: разница между bite, chew, sting и nip
Разница между bite, chew, sting и nip: когда bite значит кусать, chew жевать, sting жалить, а nip слегка укусить.
carry vs wear vs take vs bring: разница между carry, wear, take и bring
Разница между carry, wear, take и bring: когда carry значит нести, wear носить одежду, take брать с собой, а bring принести.
catch vs make vs take vs board: разница между catch, make, take и board
Разница между catch, make, take и board в теме транспорта: успеть на поезд, сесть на автобус или воспользоваться транспортом.
auf with Russian translation
Why learn auf with flashcards?
A translation is not enough: words are remembered faster when they return in short examples, audio and spaced review.
10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.
We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.
| Pace | Per day | Per year | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 3 words | ≈ 1,100 words | starting without pressure |
| Balanced | 5 words | ≈ 1,800 words | steady growth |
| Recommended | 8 words | ≈ 2,900 words | around 3,000 words a year |
| Fast | 10 words | ≈ 3,650 words | visible vocabulary growth |
| Intensive | 15 words | ≈ 5,500 words | strong motivation |
Related words and lists for auf
How to pronounce auf and what this word means
auf translation: on. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce auf
[aʊf]
auf translation
on
auf examples
Das Handy liegt auf dem Tisch.
auf transcription
[aʊf]
How this dictionary entry is reviewed
Vastnylanguages prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.
Questions about this word
auf meaning: what does it mean?
auf einer Oberfläche oder Fläche, sie berührend
auf pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
auf is pronounced as [aʊf]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
auf definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Das Handy liegt auf dem Tisch. Translation: Телефон лежит на столе.
Learn auf in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.