VERB
erhalten/ɛɐ̯ˈhaltn̩/to receive; to get; to obtain
erhalten is a German verb that means to receive, to get, or to obtain. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈhaltn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "erhielt" and the past participle is "erhalten".
Definitions
1.to receive or be given something(formal or written, transfer/giving)
a.to be given/delivered or come into possession of something
Sie erhält morgen ihr Zeugnis.—She will receive her report card tomorrow.
2.to maintain or preserve(to keep in a certain state)
a.to keep something in a particular condition
Die alten Gebäude werden gut erhalten.—The old buildings are well maintained.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | erhalten |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | erhalte |
| Present (du) | erhältst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | erhält |
| Preterite (ich) | erhielt |
| Participle II | erhalten |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | erhielte |
| Imperative (singular) | erhalt |
| Imperative (plural) | erhaltet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "erhalten" mean in English?
- "erhalten" means to receive, to get, or to obtain. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "erhalten"?
- "erhalten" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈhaltn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "erhalten"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "erhalten" is "erhalten", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "erhalten"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "erhalten" becomes "erhielt" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "erhalten"?
- "erhalten" is a verb in German.
