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anstatt
German → American English
American English
instead of
drückt aus, dass etwas anstelle von etwas anderem geschieht oder gewählt wird
Anstatt fernzusehen, habe ich ein Buch gelesen.Use anstatt to introduce an alternative action or choice. In standard written German it is often followed by an infinitive with zu: "anstatt zu gehen". In many contexts, "statt" is a very common alternative.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "anstatt" mean in English?
"Anstatt" means "instead of" or "rather than."
Do I use "anstatt" with zu?
Often yes: "anstatt zu" is common before an infinitive, for example "anstatt zu lernen" = "instead of studying."
What is the difference between "anstatt" and "statt"?
They are very similar in meaning. "Statt" is often more common in everyday German, while "anstatt" sounds a bit more formal or written.