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soeben

/zoˈʔeːbn̩/· adverb

just, a moment ago

Soeben — a formal gerade, typical of news and announcements: Soeben erreicht uns die Meldung …

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soeben
just (now)

Der Zug ist soeben eingefahren.

The train has just arrived.

Word family

soebenebenjust

Common combinations

  • soeben erschienenjust published
  • soeben erfahrenjust found out
  • wie soeben gemeldetas just reported

Real examples

  • Soeben erreicht uns eine neue Meldung.We've just received a new report.
  • Das Buch ist soeben erschienen.The book has just been published.
  • Ich habe soeben Ihre E-Mail gelesen.I've just read your email.

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