Wert
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /wɜːt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Wert is a verb meaning (archaic) second-person singular simple past indicative of be.
Meaning
(archaic) second-person singular simple past indicative of be.
More Meanings
- (archaic) second-person singular simple past subjunctive of be
Example Sentences
Why wert thou there?
If thou wert mine, I would be in heaven!
If thou wert pure and upright; surely now he would awake for thee, .
I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.
Synonyms for wert
Depending on context, synonyms include wast, were.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drie, efter, dein, proin, visto, foi.
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