conjunction
and
A1
und means and, the basic coordinating conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It does not change case, takes no preposition, and does not trigger verb-final word order like subordinating conjunctions. It is invariable and extremely common in colloquial and written German.
Examples
Der Chef sprach mit dem Team und erklärte den Plan, damit alle die Aufgaben verstanden.
The boss spoke with the team and explained the plan so that everyone understood the tasks.
Ich esse Brot und Käse.
I'm eating bread and cheese.
Details
Mnemonics
Imagine linking two items with a plus sign — that's 'und'.
Short like English 'and'.
Notes
Coordinating conjunction; does not change word order.