Umsonst Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Umsonst" is used as adverb with the meaning of "for free", "free of charge" or "gratis".

Essential properties of "umsonst"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Without cost, free of charge"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Eintritt in das Museum ist heute umsonst.Admission to the museum is free today.
  2. Sie können diese Broschüre umsonst mitnehmen.You can take this brochure for free.
  3. Die Kinder unter 6 Jahren fahren umsonst mit dem Bus.Children under 6 years old travel for free by bus.

2.) "In vain, without success or result"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir haben umsonst auf ihn gewartet.We waited for him in vain.
  2. All seine Bemühungen waren umsonst.All his efforts were in vain.
  3. Sie versuchte umsonst, ihn zu überzeugen.She tried in vain to convince him.
  4. Es war umsonst, das Problem zu lösen.It was useless to try to solve the problem.
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