Translation of German word "verlassen" to English
verlassen
/fɛrˈlɛsn̩/
Meaning
VerbTo have a consequence or remnant. To cause or allow (something) to remain as available; to refrain from taking (something) away; to stop short of consuming or otherwise depleting (something) entirely.
How to use
verlassen ('to leave / abandon / quit') is a strong verb: verlässt, verließ, hat verlassen. The reflexive construction sich verlassen auf (+ accusative) means 'to rely on / trust'.
🇬🇧 English
verlassen
Example
Sie hat das Haus schon vor einer Stunde verlassen.
She left the house an hour ago.
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Common phrases
- sich verlassen auf (+ Akk.)— to rely on / count on
📖 Related grammar
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich bin/habe verlassen
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #919 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "verlassen"?▼
The German word "verlassen" is defined as: "To have a consequence or remnant. To cause or allow (something) to remain as available; to refrain from taking (something) away; to stop short of consuming or otherwise depleting (something) entirely."
What does the German word "verlassen" mean?▼
The German word "verlassen" means "verlassen" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Sie hat das Haus schon vor einer Stunde verlassen." (which translates as "She left the house an hour ago.").
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