VERB

anwenden/ˈanˌvɛndn̩/to use; to apply; to employ

anwenden is a German verb that means to use, to apply, or to employ. It is pronounced /ˈanˌvɛndn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "wandte an" and the past participle is "angewandt".

Definitions

1.to use something practically for a purpose(general usage)

a.to put a method, tool, or knowledge into practice

Sie müssen das Gelernte in der Praxis anwenden.You have to apply what you've learned in practice.

2.to apply (e.g., a remedy, a law)(medicine/law)

a.to administer or implement (a remedy, law, etc.)

Das Medikament sollte nur äußerlich angewendet werden.The medication should only be applied externally.

Conjugation

Infinitiveanwenden
Present (ich)wende an
Present (du)wendest an
Present (er/sie/es)wendet an
Preterite (ich)wandte an
Participle IIangewandt
Konjunktiv II (ich)wandte an
Imperative (singular)wende an
Imperative (plural)wendet an
Auxiliaryhaben

Frequently asked questions

What does "anwenden" mean in English?
"anwenden" means to use, to apply, or to employ. It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "anwenden"?
"anwenden" is pronounced /ˈanˌvɛndn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What is the past participle of "anwenden"?
The past participle (Partizip II) of "anwenden" is "angewandt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
What is the simple past of "anwenden"?
In the simple past (Präteritum), "anwenden" becomes "wandte an" in the first person singular.
What part of speech is "anwenden"?
"anwenden" is a verb in German.

Related verbs

Learn German faster with Alexandria flashcards

Build your German vocabulary with focused flashcard study in the Alexandria app.