mustern/ˈmʊstɐn/to examine; to pattern; to conscript (milit.)
mustern is a German verb that means to examine, to pattern, or to conscript (milit.). It is pronounced /ˈmʊstɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "musterte" and the past participle is "gemustert".
Definitions
1.to examine or to inspect something closely(general)
a.to examine something visually, often closely or systematically
Die Offiziere musterten die neuen Rekruten.—The officers examined the new recruits.
2.to give a pattern or design to something(textiles, design)
a.to decorate or cover with a pattern
Der Stoff wurde mit Blumen gemustert.—The fabric was patterned with flowers.
3.to conscript or examine for military service(military)
a.to draft or inspect for suitability for service
Er wurde gemustert und für tauglich erklärt.—He was examined and declared fit for service.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | mustern |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | mustere |
| Present (du) | musterst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | mustert |
| Preterite (ich) | musterte |
| Participle II | gemustert |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | musterte |
| Imperative (singular) | mustere |
| Imperative (plural) | mustert |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "mustern" mean in English?
- "mustern" means to examine, to pattern, or to conscript (milit.). It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "mustern"?
- "mustern" is pronounced /ˈmʊstɐn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "mustern"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "mustern" is "gemustert", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "mustern"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "mustern" becomes "musterte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "mustern"?
- "mustern" is a verb in German.
