No. 2,158 in German
bastian
"Bastian" is not a standalone German word but is used as a proper noun, typically a given name.
In a sentence
Bastian ist ein begabter Musiker.
Bastian is a talented musician.
Here 'Bastian' is used as a proper noun, serving as the name of the subject in the sentence.
Das neue Buch von Bastian ist sehr spannend.
Bastian's new book is very exciting.
In this case, 'Bastian' is again a proper noun indicating ownership through the use of 'von'.
Ich habe Bastian gestern im Park getroffen.
I met Bastian in the park yesterday.
Here, 'Bastian' is used as a proper noun referring to the individual involved in the action of meeting.
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