VERB
verbinden/fɛɐ̯ˈbɪndn̩/to connect; to link; to bind
verbinden is a German verb that means to connect, to link, or to bind. It is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈbɪndn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "verband" and the past participle is "verbunden".
Definitions
1.to connect or join things or places(technology, transport, general)
a.to bring into connection (people, places, devices, ideas, etc.)
Die Brücke verbindet die beiden Städte.—The bridge connects the two cities.
b.to connect (devices, systems, etc.)
Du musst deinen Computer mit dem Internet verbinden.—You have to connect your computer to the internet.
2.to unite or establish a relationship between people(people, metaphorical)
a.to form a bond or unity
Uns verbindet eine langjährige Freundschaft.—A long-standing friendship unites us.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | verbinden |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | verbinde |
| Present (du) | verbindest |
| Present (er/sie/es) | verbindet |
| Preterite (ich) | verband |
| Participle II | verbunden |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | verbände |
| Imperative (singular) | verbinde |
| Imperative (plural) | verbindet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "verbinden" mean in English?
- "verbinden" means to connect, to link, or to bind. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "verbinden"?
- "verbinden" is pronounced /fɛɐ̯ˈbɪndn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "verbinden"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "verbinden" is "verbunden", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "verbinden"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "verbinden" becomes "verband" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "verbinden"?
- "verbinden" is a verb in German.
