The Passive Voice

The Passive Voice

Lesson 18 of 20

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Sound and sense

The Passive Voice: study the new material first, then practise.

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Sound and sense

Phrases you will hear

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  • Hier wird gebaut.

    Construction is going on here.

  • Die Brücke wird nächstes Jahr eröffnet.

    The bridge will be opened next year.

  • Der Fehler ist bereits behoben.

    The error has already been fixed. (state)

  • Es darf nicht geraucht werden.

    Smoking is not allowed.