VERB
wenden/ˈvɛndn̩/to turn; to reverse; to address (one's attention)
wenden is a German verb that means to turn, to reverse, or to address (one's attention). It is pronounced /ˈvɛndn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "wandte" and the past participle is "gewandt".
Definitions
1.to turn something to the other side or around(movement/position)
a.to physically turn an object
Bitte wenden Sie das Steak nach fünf Minuten.—Please turn the steak after five minutes.
b.to turn a vehicle (especially a car) around
Hier darf man nicht wenden.—You are not allowed to turn around here.
2.to direct one's attention or words to someone or something (used with reflexive 'sich wenden an')(figurative/communication)
a.to address or approach someone for help or information
Sie können sich jederzeit an mich wenden.—You can contact me at any time.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | wenden |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | wende |
| Present (du) | wendest |
| Present (er/sie/es) | wendet |
| Preterite (ich) | wandte |
| Participle II | gewandt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | wendete |
| Imperative (singular) | wende |
| Imperative (plural) | wendet |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "wenden" mean in English?
- "wenden" means to turn, to reverse, or to address (one's attention). It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "wenden"?
- "wenden" is pronounced /ˈvɛndn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "wenden"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "wenden" is "gewandt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "wenden"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "wenden" becomes "wandte" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "wenden"?
- "wenden" is a verb in German.
