sichern/ˈzɪçɐn/to secure; to safeguard; to ensure
sichern is a German verb that means to secure, to safeguard, or to ensure. It is pronounced /ˈzɪçɐn/. In conjugation, the simple past is "sicherte" and the past participle is "gesichert".
Definitions
1.to make (something) safe, to secure, protect or safeguard(make safe or protect)
a.to keep something safe from harm or theft
Bitte sichern Sie Ihre Wertsachen während der Reise.—Please secure your valuables during the trip.
b.to lock or block for safety
Er sichert die Tür mit einem zusätzlichen Schloss.—He secures the door with an additional lock.
2.to make certain that something happens or is available(guarantee or ensure)
a.to guarantee or make sure
Die Regierung sichert die finanzielle Unterstützung zu.—The government ensures (guarantees) the financial support.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | sichern |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | sichere |
| Present (du) | sicherst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | sichert |
| Preterite (ich) | sicherte |
| Participle II | gesichert |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | sicherte |
| Imperative (singular) | sichere |
| Imperative (plural) | sichert |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "sichern" mean in English?
- "sichern" means to secure, to safeguard, or to ensure. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "sichern"?
- "sichern" is pronounced /ˈzɪçɐn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "sichern"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "sichern" is "gesichert", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "sichern"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "sichern" becomes "sicherte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "sichern"?
- "sichern" is a verb in German.
