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Numbers & TimeSunday 14 June 2026

Es ist viertel nach drei

Pronunciation: es ist FEAR-tel nahkh dry

Meaning: It is quarter past three

In German-speaking countries, this time expression is commonly used in everyday conversation, and the word "Viertel" (quarter) is essential for telling time accurately.

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