Translation of German word "verwenden" to English
verwenden
/fɛʁvɛndn̩/
Meaning
VerbTo utilize or employ. To employ; to apply; to utilize.
How to use
The mixed/weak verb verwenden ('to use / employ / apply') conjugates either regularly (verwendete, hat verwendet) or as mixed verb (verwandte, hat verwandt - rarer). It has the non-separable prefix ver- and is synonymous with benutzen, but often implies utilizing a material, applying a method, or spending resources.
🇬🇧 English
use
Example
Der Programmierer muss das Programm verwenden.
The programmer must use the program.
Der Einsatz von Folter wurde von den Vereinten Nationen verurteilt.
The use of torture has been condemned by the United Nations.
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Common phrases
- viel Zeit verwenden— to spend / employ a lot of time
- als Zutat verwenden— to use as an ingredient
- Energie verwenden für— to use / direct energy for
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Present Tense (Präsens)
Simple Past (Präteritum)
Perfect (Perfekt)
ich habe verwendet
Imperative (Imperativ)
Frequency rank: #230 in German
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What is the definition of the German word "verwenden"?▼
The German word "verwenden" is defined as: "To utilize or employ. To employ; to apply; to utilize."
What does the German word "verwenden" mean?▼
The German word "verwenden" means "use" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Wir müssen das Programm verwenden." (which translates as "The programmer must use the program.").
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