VERB
äußern/ˈɔɪ̯sɐn/to express; to utter; to say
äußern is a German verb that means to express, to utter, or to say. It is pronounced /ˈɔɪ̯sɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "äußerte" and the past participle is "geäußert".
Definitions
1.to express (something), state(opinion, emotion)
a.say or communicate something (often an opinion, wish, or feeling)
Sie äußert ihre Meinung offen.—She expresses her opinion openly.
b.say something (e.g., criticism, suggestion)
Er äußerte Bedenken bezüglich des Plans.—He expressed concerns about the plan.
2.to express oneself(oneself, reflexive use)
a.state one's thoughts, feelings, or criticism
Bitte äußern Sie sich zu diesem Thema.—Please express your views on this topic.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | äußern |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | äußere |
| Present (du) | äußerst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | äußert |
| Preterite (ich) | äußerte |
| Participle II | geäußert |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | äußerte |
| Imperative (singular) | äußere |
| Imperative (plural) | äußert |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "äußern" mean in English?
- "äußern" means to express, to utter, or to say. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "äußern"?
- "äußern" is pronounced /ˈɔɪ̯sɐn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "äußern"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "äußern" is "geäußert", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "äußern"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "äußern" becomes "äußerte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "äußern"?
- "äußern" is a verb in German.
