No. 4,237 in German
by
The German language does not have the word "by"; it is an English word. If you're seeking a similar German term, "bei" can mean "at," "near," or "with," depending on the context.
In a sentence
Ich bin beeindruckt von der Leistung des Teams durch harte Arbeit.
I am impressed by the team's performance through hard work.
Expresses the cause or means by which an action takes place.
Der Brief wurde von einem Kurier geliefert.
The letter was delivered by a courier.
Indicates the agent performing the action in passive voice.
Wir sind beim Park vorbeigekommen, als wir spazieren gingen.
We passed by the park as we went for a walk.
Describes movement in proximity or alongside a location.
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