verb
prüfen
ellenőrizni
Etwas kontrollieren, um sicherzugehen, dass es richtig, echt oder in Ordnung ist.
The German word "prüfen" is a verb meaning "to check," "to examine," or "to test."
- It is derived directly from the verb root without prefixes.
- Related noun: Prüfung (exam, test).
Similar words:
- überprüfen – to verify, to check thoroughly
- kontrollieren – to control, to inspect
- testen – to test (often practical testing)
Differences:
- prüfen often refers to formal checking or examination, such as in tests or inspections.
- überprüfen implies a more thorough or second check.
- kontrollieren can mean general inspection or control, sometimes related to authority.
- testen usually focuses on practical or technical testing.
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Ich prüfe meine E-Mails.verb
Ellenőrzöm az e-mailjeimet.
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