VERB

laufen/ˈlaʊ̯fn̩/to run; to walk; to function

laufen is a German verb that means to run, to walk, or to function. It is pronounced /ˈlaʊ̯fn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "lief" and the past participle is "gelaufen".

Definitions

1.to move by running or walking(movement)

a.to go on foot at a fast pace

Das Kind läuft schnell zur Schule.The child runs quickly to school.

b.to go on foot in general

Ich laufe jeden Morgen im Park.I walk in the park every morning.

2.to function or be in operation(operate/function)

a.to work (for devices, machinery, events)

Der Motor läuft einwandfrei.The engine is running perfectly.

b.to take place (an event is happening)

Die Vorstellung läuft schon.The show is already underway.

Conjugation

Infinitivelaufen
Present (ich)laufe
Present (du)läufst
Present (er/sie/es)läuft
Preterite (ich)lief
Participle IIgelaufen
Konjunktiv II (ich)liefe
Imperative (singular)lauf
Imperative (plural)lauft
Auxiliarysein

Frequently asked questions

What does "laufen" mean in English?
"laufen" means to run, to walk, or to function. It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "laufen"?
"laufen" is pronounced /ˈlaʊ̯fn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What is the past participle of "laufen"?
The past participle (Partizip II) of "laufen" is "gelaufen", used with the auxiliary "sein".
What is the simple past of "laufen"?
In the simple past (Präteritum), "laufen" becomes "lief" in the first person singular.
What part of speech is "laufen"?
"laufen" is a verb in German.

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