Meaning 1neutral · 82%
An unspecified small number or amount; in some contexts, quite a lot.
Natural examples
Einige Gäste sind schon angekommen.
Some guests have already arrived.
Einige möchten draußen sitzen.
A few would like to sit outside.
Für die Reparatur brauchen wir noch einige Tage.
We still need a few days for the repair.
Usage note
Often used before a plural noun. Standing alone, it can replace a noun; the neuter singular form is einiges.
Mini-lesson: einige
An unspecified small number or amount; in some contexts, quite a lot. Often used before a plural noun. Standing alone, it can replace a noun; the neuter singular form is einiges.
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