schreiben/ˈʃʁaɪ̯bn̩/to write; to compose
schreiben is a German verb that means to write or to compose. It is pronounced /ˈʃʁaɪ̯bn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "schrieb" and the past participle is "geschrieben".
Definitions
1.to use a pen, pencil, or keyboard to form letters, words, or sentences(general)
a.to produce written text by hand or electronically
Ich schreibe einen Brief an meine Freundin.—I am writing a letter to my (female) friend.
2.to create or author a text or work(compose)
a.to compose a literary or scientific work
Er schreibt gerade ein Buch über seine Reisen.—He is currently writing a book about his travels.
3.to send a written communication(report/message)
a.to send or leave a message in written form
Bitte schreiben Sie mir eine E-Mail, wenn Sie Zeit haben.—Please write me an email when you have time.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | schreiben |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | schreibe |
| Present (du) | schreibst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | schreibt |
| Preterite (ich) | schrieb |
| Participle II | geschrieben |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | schriebe |
| Imperative (singular) | schreibe |
| Imperative (plural) | schreibt |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "schreiben" mean in English?
- "schreiben" means to write or to compose. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "schreiben"?
- "schreiben" is pronounced /ˈʃʁaɪ̯bn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "schreiben"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "schreiben" is "geschrieben", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "schreiben"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "schreiben" becomes "schrieb" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "schreiben"?
- "schreiben" is a verb in German.
