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How do you say "to open" in German?
öffnen
In German, "to open" is öffnen.
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Pronunciation
ÖF-nen. The O sound is like the 'u' in 'pull', followed by a short 'f'.
Grammar notes
Regular weak verb. Past tense: öffnete, past participle: geöffnet. Takes the accusative object.
Example sentence
Sie öffnet die Tür.
She opens the door.
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How to remember öffnen
Sounds similar to English 'open' and often spelled with an umlaut. The sound is rounded, as if your lips are opening slightly.
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Questions about öffnen
How do you say "to open" in German?
In German, "to open" is öffnen. It is a noun.
How is öffnen written in German?
öffnen is written using the standard German script.
How is öffnen used in a sentence?
Use öffnen as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Sie öffnet die Tür. (She opens the door.).
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