VERB
gebrauchen/ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯xn̩/to use; to make use of; to employ
gebrauchen is a German verb that means to use, to make use of, or to employ. It is pronounced /ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯xn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "gebrauchte" and the past participle is "gebraucht".
Definitions
1.to use something for a purpose(general use)
a.to use, apply, or make use of in a practical context
Kann ich dein Handy kurz gebrauchen?—Can I use your phone for a moment?
b.to make use of abstractly (fig.), e.g., an opportunity
Du solltest diese Chance gut gebrauchen.—You should make good use of this opportunity.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | gebrauchen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | gebrauche |
| Present (du) | gebrauchst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | gebraucht |
| Preterite (ich) | gebrauchte |
| Participle II | gebraucht |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | gebrauchte |
| Imperative (singular) | gebrauche |
| Imperative (plural) | gebraucht |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "gebrauchen" mean in English?
- "gebrauchen" means to use, to make use of, or to employ. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "gebrauchen"?
- "gebrauchen" is pronounced /ɡəˈbʁaʊ̯xn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "gebrauchen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "gebrauchen" is "gebraucht", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "gebrauchen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "gebrauchen" becomes "gebrauchte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "gebrauchen"?
- "gebrauchen" is a verb in German.
