VERB
erweitern/ɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯tɐn/to expand; to broaden; to extend
erweitern is a German verb that means to expand, to broaden, or to extend. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯tɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "erweiterte" and the past participle is "erweitert".
Definitions
1.to make something larger, wider, or more comprehensive(make larger/wider)
a.to expand the size, scope, or capacity of something
Die Firma möchte ihre Produktpalette erweitern.—The company wants to expand its range of products.
2.to broaden or increase knowledge, possibilities, etc.(develop or increase reach)
a.to broaden abilities, skills, or horizons
Ein Auslandsjahr erweitert den eigenen Horizont.—A year abroad broadens one's horizons.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | erweitern |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | erweitere |
| Present (du) | erweiterst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | erweitert |
| Preterite (ich) | erweiterte |
| Participle II | erweitert |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | erweiterte |
| Imperative (singular) | erweitere |
| Imperative (plural) | erweitert |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "erweitern" mean in English?
- "erweitern" means to expand, to broaden, or to extend. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "erweitern"?
- "erweitern" is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯tɐn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "erweitern"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "erweitern" is "erweitert", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "erweitern"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "erweitern" becomes "erweiterte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "erweitern"?
- "erweitern" is a verb in German.
