VERB
erweitern/ɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯tɐn/to expand; to extend; to broaden
erweitern is a German verb that means to expand, to extend, or to broaden. It is pronounced /ɛɐ̯ˈvaɪ̯tɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "erweiterte" and the past participle is "erweitert".
Definitions
1.to make something larger or greater in scope, size, or amount(general)
a.to enlarge a building, territory, or capacity
Die Firma plant, ihre Produktionshalle zu erweitern.—The company plans to expand its production hall.
b.to broaden horizons, perspectives, or skills
Ein Auslandsaufenthalt kann den eigenen Horizont erweitern.—A stay abroad can broaden 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 extend, or to broaden. 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.
