Translation of German word "gelten" to English
gelten
/ɡɛltn̩/
Meaning
VerbStrong verb meaning 'to be valid / apply / be considered' (*gilt, galt, hat gegolten*).
How to use
gelten ('to be valid / apply / count') is an irregular strong verb: gilt, galt, hat gegolten. Das Ticket gilt ab heute — The ticket is valid from today. Es gilt als sicher — It is considered certain.
🇬🇧 English
to apply / be valid / count
Example
Diese Fahrkarte gilt bis Ende des Monats.
This ticket is valid until the end of the month.
Das gilt auch für dich!
That applies to you too!
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Common phrases
- das gilt für alle— that applies to everyone
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich bin/gilt
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #247 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "gelten"?▼
The German word "gelten" is defined as: "Strong verb meaning 'to be valid / apply / be considered' (*gilt, galt, hat gegolten*)."
What does the German word "gelten" mean?▼
The German word "gelten" means "to apply / be valid / count" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "gelten"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Diese Fahrkarte gilt bis Ende des Monats." (which translates as "This ticket is valid until the end of the month.").
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