VERB
erfordern/ɛɐ̯ˈfɔʁdɐn/to require; to demand; to necessitate
erfordern is a German verb that means to require, to demand, or to necessitate. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈfɔʁdɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "erforderte" and the past participle is "erfordert".
Definitions
1.to make something necessary or demand (something)(requirement/process)
a.to require as a condition or prerequisite
Diese Aufgabe erfordert viel Geduld.—This task requires a lot of patience.
b.to make something necessary for a result or outcome
Die Situation erfordert schnelles Handeln.—The situation requires quick action.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | erfordern |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | erfordere |
| Present (du) | erforderst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | erfordert |
| Preterite (ich) | erforderte |
| Participle II | erfordert |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | erforderte |
| Imperative (singular) | erforder |
| Imperative (plural) | erfordert |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "erfordern" mean in English?
- "erfordern" means to require, to demand, or to necessitate. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "erfordern"?
- "erfordern" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈfɔʁdɐn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "erfordern"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "erfordern" is "erfordert", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "erfordern"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "erfordern" becomes "erforderte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "erfordern"?
- "erfordern" is a verb in German.
