Example: Ich bin gleich zurück, nur kurz einkaufen.
Definition
"Ich bin gleich zurück" is a common German expression meaning 'I will be right back,' used to indicate a short absence before returning, often implying a quick errand or break.
Translations
I'll be right back
ahora vuelvo
ik ben zo terug
ara torno
je reviens tout de suite
Etymology
The phrase "ich bin gleich zurück" comes from German, where "ich bin" means 'I am,' "gleich" means 'immediately' or 'right,' and "zurück" means 'back.' Together, they form a casual way to say one will return shortly. Did you know it’s frequently used in everyday conversations when someone leaves briefly?
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I'll be right back