VERB
reden/ˈʁeːdn̩/to speak; to talk
reden is a German verb that means to speak or to talk. It is pronounced /ˈʁeːdn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "redete" and the past participle is "geredet".
Definitions
1.to use spoken language; to express oneself orally(communication)
a.to speak, converse, or talk with someone
Wir reden oft über unsere Pläne.—We often talk about our plans.
b.to make a speech or express opinions verbally
Er redet zu schnell für mich.—He speaks too fast for me.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | reden |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | rede |
| Present (du) | redest |
| Present (er/sie/es) | redet |
| Preterite (ich) | redete |
| Participle II | geredet |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | redete |
| Imperative (singular) | red |
| Imperative (plural) | redet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "reden" mean in English?
- "reden" means to speak or to talk. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "reden"?
- "reden" is pronounced /ˈʁeːdn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "reden"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "reden" is "geredet", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "reden"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "reden" becomes "redete" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "reden"?
- "reden" is a verb in German.
