How to Say ‘Behind’ in German
Hinter
HIN-ter
[HIN-ter]
💬 Usage Tip: Often used with den Kulissen in the fixed phrase hinter den Kulissen = behind the scenes.
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Phrase Breakdown
Hinter
[HIN-ter]
behind
A preposition meaning at the back of something or metaphorically behind the scenes.
Für Reels ist Hinter als Teil von Hinter den Kulissen sehr nützlich.
For reels, 'behind' as part of 'behind the scenes' is very useful.
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