Usage examples of "was" in German with translation to English

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Was möchtest du heute trinken? What would you like to drink today?
Was ist der bevölkerungsreichste Kontinent? Which is the most populated continent in the world?
Lass uns mal was ausprobieren. Let's try something.
Was stellt die Firma her? What does the company produce?
Was ist schwerer, Blei oder Gold? Which is heavier, lead or gold?
Lasst uns was zum Hinsetzen finden. Let's find something to sit on.
Pass auf, was er sagt! Pay attention to what he says.
Es tagt, was keine Kleinigkeit ist. Dawn breaks, which is no small thing.
Ich hätte gern was zu trinken. I'd like something to drink.
Weißt du, was passiert ist? Do you know what happened?
Was für einen Browser benutzt du? Which browser are you using?
Ich würde gerne was Süßes essen. I feel like eating something sweet.
Was vermeidest du zu essen? What foods do you avoid eating?
Was bevorzugst du, Äpfel oder Bananen? Which do you prefer, apples or bananas?
Da ist was in meinem Auge. There is something in my eye.
Was für ein komischer Typ! What a strange guy!
Was ist größer, Tokio oder Kobe? Which is larger, Tokyo or Kobe?
Du führst doch was im Schilde. You're up to something.
Was machen gerade meine Großeltern? What are my grandparents doing?
Was magst du mehr, Musik oder Englisch? Which do you like better, music or English?
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