VERB
wahrnehmen/ˈvaːɐ̯ˌneːmən/to perceive; to notice; to observe
wahrnehmen is a German verb that means to perceive, to notice, or to observe. It is pronounced /ˈvaːɐ̯ˌneːmən/. In conjugation, the simple past is "nahm wahr" and the past participle is "wahrgenommen".
Definitions
1.to become aware of something through the senses or attention(sense perception, awareness)
a.to notice or see something consciously
Ich habe einen seltsamen Geruch wahrgenommen.—I noticed a strange smell.
2.to fulfill or take on (a responsibility or task)(social, official duties)
a.to carry out an official responsibility or duty
Sie nimmt ihre Aufgaben sehr ernst wahr.—She takes her responsibilities very seriously.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | wahrnehmen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | nehme wahr |
| Present (du) | nimmst wahr |
| Present (er/sie/es) | nimmt wahr |
| Preterite (ich) | nahm wahr |
| Participle II | wahrgenommen |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | nähme wahr |
| Imperative (singular) | nimm wahr |
| Imperative (plural) | nehmt wahr |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "wahrnehmen" mean in English?
- "wahrnehmen" means to perceive, to notice, or to observe. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "wahrnehmen"?
- "wahrnehmen" is pronounced /ˈvaːɐ̯ˌneːmən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "wahrnehmen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "wahrnehmen" is "wahrgenommen", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "wahrnehmen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "wahrnehmen" becomes "nahm wahr" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "wahrnehmen"?
- "wahrnehmen" is a verb in German.
