VERB
schalten/ˈʃaltn̩/to switch; to shift (gears); to connect (electrically)
schalten is a German verb that means to switch, to shift (gears), or to connect (electrically). It is pronounced /ˈʃaltn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "schaltete" and the past participle is "geschaltet".
Definitions
1.to switch on or off a device or circuit(technology, electricity)
a.to activate or deactivate by switching
Kannst du bitte das Licht schalten?—Can you please switch the light on/off?
2.to shift gears (in a vehicle)(automobiles)
a.to change gear manually
Beim Fahren muss man oft schalten.—You have to shift gears often while driving.
3.to connect or route electrically(electronics/telecommunication)
a.to establish an electrical connection
Das Signal wird automatisch geschaltet.—The signal is switched automatically.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | schalten |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | schalte |
| Present (du) | schaltest |
| Present (er/sie/es) | schaltet |
| Preterite (ich) | schaltete |
| Participle II | geschaltet |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | schaltete |
| Imperative (singular) | schalt |
| Imperative (plural) | schaltet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "schalten" mean in English?
- "schalten" means to switch, to shift (gears), or to connect (electrically). It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "schalten"?
- "schalten" is pronounced /ˈʃaltn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "schalten"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "schalten" is "geschaltet", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "schalten"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "schalten" becomes "schaltete" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "schalten"?
- "schalten" is a verb in German.
