verb
öffnen
open
Etwas zugänglich machen, indem man es aufmacht, sodass man hineingehen, hineinschauen oder es benutzen kann.
The German word "öffnen" is a verb meaning "to open".
- It is formed from the root word "offen", which means "open" or "unsealed".
Similar words:
- aufmachen (to open, mainly physical objects)
- aufschließen (to unlock or open, often with a key)
- investieren (contextually used when opening a business or account, though means "to invest")
Differences:
- öffnen is a general term for opening, suitable for doors, windows, or abstract things like events.
- aufmachen is more informal and physical.
- aufschließen implies unlocking something locked.
In short, öffnen is the standard, formal verb for "to open".
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Examples
Ich öffne die Tür.verb
I open the door.
Er öffnet das Fenster.verb
He opens the window.
Wir öffnen das Fenster.verb
We open the window.
Sie öffnen die Tür vorsichtig.verb
They open the door carefully.
Sie öffnen die Tür für die Gäste.verb
They open the door for the guests.
Er öffnet die Verpackung vorsichtig.verb
He opens the packaging carefully.
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