VERB
anlegen/ˈanˌleːɡn̩/to invest; to apply; to put on
anlegen is a German verb that means to invest, to apply, or to put on. It is pronounced /ˈanˌleːɡn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "legte an" and the past participle is "angelegt".
Definitions
1.to invest (money)(finance)
a.to place money in a way to generate returns
Er möchte sein Geld sicher anlegen.—He wants to invest his money safely.
2.to apply or use for a purpose(use/apply)
a.to use something as a tool or method
Sie müssen einen Verband anlegen.—You have to apply a bandage.
3.to put on (clothing, accessories)(putting on/wearing)
a.to wear or fasten an accessory
Er hat heute eine Krawatte angelegt.—He put on a tie today.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | anlegen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | lege an |
| Present (du) | legst an |
| Present (er/sie/es) | legt an |
| Preterite (ich) | legte an |
| Participle II | angelegt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | legte an |
| Imperative (singular) | leg an |
| Imperative (plural) | legt an |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "anlegen" mean in English?
- "anlegen" means to invest, to apply, or to put on. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "anlegen"?
- "anlegen" is pronounced /ˈanˌleːɡn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "anlegen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "anlegen" is "angelegt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "anlegen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "anlegen" becomes "legte an" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "anlegen"?
- "anlegen" is a verb in German.
