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legen

put

Meaning of legen

Deutsch

etwas an einen bestimmten Ort oder in eine bestimmte Position bringen

English

to place something in a particular position

put

Pronunciation

German
[ˈleːɡən]

legen with English translation

legen usage examples

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Ich lege das Handy immer auf den Tisch.

I always put my phone on the table.

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Ich lege meine Tasche neben die Tür.

I put my bag next to the door.

legen synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between legen, anbringen, befestigen, hinlegen, platzieren, and setzen

A
🇩🇪German
anbringen

To attach or mount something onto a surface; often used for signs, devices, or decorations.

A1rare word
befestigen
🇩🇪German

To fasten or secure something so it does not move.

A1often
H
🇩🇪German
hinlegen

To lay something down horizontally; also used for a person lying down.

A1very often
P
🇩🇪German
platzieren

To place something in a specific position, often deliberately or precisely.

A1rare word
🇩🇪German

To set or place in a seated or upright position; often used for people, but also for objects.

A1very often
🇩🇪German

To put something in an upright position; usually for objects that stand on a surface.

A1very often

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What does legen mean?

to place something in a particular position

How do you pronounce legen?

legen is pronounced [ˈleːɡən].

How is legen used in a sentence?

I always put my phone on the table. Translation: Ich lege das Handy immer auf den Tisch.

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