Gern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Gern" is mainly used as adverb meaning "gladly", "with pleasure" or "willingly". It is also used as particle.

Essential properties of "gern"

Its most important properties are:

Meanings of "gern" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Expressing pleasure or willingness"

"Gern", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich helfe dir gern bei deinen Hausaufgaben.I gladly help you with your homework.
  2. Sie isst gern Schokolade.She likes to eat chocolate.
  3. Wir gehen gern ins Kino.We like to go to the cinema.

2.) "Indicating disposition or desire"

"Gern", when used with this meaning, acts as particle.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich würde gern mit dir ausgehen.I would like to go out with you.
  2. Kannst du mir helfen? - Ja, gern!Can you help me? - Yes, gladly!
  3. Sie möchte gern Deutsch lernen.She would like to learn German.
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