VERB
rennen/ˈʁɛnən/to run; to race
rennen is a German verb that means to run or to race. It is pronounced /ˈʁɛnən/. In conjugation, the simple past is "rannte" and the past participle is "gerannt".
Definitions
1.to move quickly on foot; to run(movement)
a.to move rapidly using legs, usually for exercise or competition
Jeden Morgen rennt sie durch den Park.—She runs through the park every morning.
2.to compete in a race; to race(competition)
a.to participate in a race for speed
Er rennt um die Wette mit seinem Bruder.—He is having a race with his brother.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | rennen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | renne |
| Present (du) | rennst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | rennt |
| Preterite (ich) | rannte |
| Participle II | gerannt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | rennte |
| Imperative (singular) | renn |
| Imperative (plural) | rennt |
| Auxiliary | sein |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "rennen" mean in English?
- "rennen" means to run or to race. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "rennen"?
- "rennen" is pronounced /ˈʁɛnən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "rennen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "rennen" is "gerannt", used with the auxiliary "sein".
- What is the simple past of "rennen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "rennen" becomes "rannte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "rennen"?
- "rennen" is a verb in German.
