VERB
lösen/ˈløːzn̩/to solve; to loosen; to dissolve
lösen is a German verb that means to solve, to loosen, or to dissolve. It is pronounced /ˈløːzn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "löste" and the past participle is "gelöst".
Definitions
1.to solve or resolve(problem, task)
a.to find a solution to a problem or task
Kannst du diese Mathematikaufgabe lösen?—Can you solve this math problem?
2.to loosen or detach(physical connection, fixing)
a.to make less tight or disconnect
Bitte lösen Sie Ihren Sicherheitsgurt erst nach dem Halt.—Please only loosen your seatbelt after stopping.
3.to dissolve (in liquid)(substance, chemistry)
a.to cause to disperse in a liquid
Sie müssen das Pulver vollständig im Wasser lösen.—You need to dissolve the powder completely in water.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | lösen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | löse |
| Present (du) | löst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | löst |
| Preterite (ich) | löste |
| Participle II | gelöst |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | löste |
| Imperative (singular) | löse |
| Imperative (plural) | löst |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "lösen" mean in English?
- "lösen" means to solve, to loosen, or to dissolve. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "lösen"?
- "lösen" is pronounced /ˈløːzn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "lösen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "lösen" is "gelöst", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "lösen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "lösen" becomes "löste" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "lösen"?
- "lösen" is a verb in German.
