German B2 Grammar
Nominalization
Learn how to make German sentences more formal by turning verbs and clauses into nouns.
Nominalization is common in formal German. Instead of using a full clause, German often uses a noun phrase to sound more academic or professional.
Examples
Nach der Anmeldung erhalten Sie eine Bestätigung.
After registration, you will receive a confirmation.
Exercises
- Rewrite more formally: Nachdem Sie sich angemeldet haben, erhalten Sie eine Bestätigung.
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