VERB
üben/ˈyːbn̩/to practise; to exercise; to train
üben is a German verb that means to practise, to exercise, or to train. It is pronounced /ˈyːbn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "übte" and the past participle is "geübt".
Definitions
1.to practise something to improve a skill(learning/training)
a.to rehearse an activity repeatedly, especially music or sport
Ich übe jeden Tag Klavier.—I practise piano every day.
b.to do exercises/tasks as preparation or to improve
Er übt für die Prüfung.—He is practising for the exam.
2.to exert or apply (e.g., influence, criticism)(exerting, applying)
a.to exert (influence, pressure, etc.)
Sie übt Druck auf ihn aus.—She is putting pressure on him.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | üben |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | übe |
| Present (du) | übst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | übt |
| Preterite (ich) | übte |
| Participle II | geübt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | übte |
| Imperative (singular) | üb |
| Imperative (plural) | übt |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "üben" mean in English?
- "üben" means to practise, to exercise, or to train. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "üben"?
- "üben" is pronounced /ˈyːbn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "üben"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "üben" is "geübt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "üben"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "üben" becomes "übte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "üben"?
- "üben" is a verb in German.
