aufbauen/ˈaʊ̯fˌbaʊ̯ən/to build; to establish; to set up
aufbauen is a German verb that means to build, to establish, or to set up. It is pronounced /ˈaʊ̯fˌbaʊ̯ən/. In conjugation, the simple past is "baute auf" and the past participle is "aufgebaut".
Definitions
1.to build or assemble something physically(construct, assemble)
a.to put together or construct physical things
Wir müssen das Regal noch aufbauen.—We still have to assemble the shelf.
2.to create or establish something non-physical(establish, create)
a.to found or develop an organization, system, or reputation
Sie möchte eine erfolgreiche Firma aufbauen.—She wants to build a successful company.
3.to develop or strengthen emotionally or physically(develop, strengthen)
a.to encourage or support (morale, team spirit, etc.)
Die Trainerin versucht, das Selbstvertrauen der Spieler aufzubauen.—The coach tries to build up the players' confidence.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | aufbauen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | baue auf |
| Present (du) | baust auf |
| Present (er/sie/es) | baut auf |
| Preterite (ich) | baute auf |
| Participle II | aufgebaut |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | baute auf |
| Imperative (singular) | baue auf |
| Imperative (plural) | bauet auf |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "aufbauen" mean in English?
- "aufbauen" means to build, to establish, or to set up. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "aufbauen"?
- "aufbauen" is pronounced /ˈaʊ̯fˌbaʊ̯ən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "aufbauen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "aufbauen" is "aufgebaut", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "aufbauen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "aufbauen" becomes "baute auf" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "aufbauen"?
- "aufbauen" is a verb in German.
