Learning language
Translation language
verb · A1 · very often · UK/US

ziehen

drew

Meaning of ziehen

pulled something toward oneself

Learn ziehen with free cards in 30 seconds.

Check vocabulary level

10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.

Free flashcards·10,000+ words in the database·scheduled reviews
How important is this word
A1very often

ziehen fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

Pronunciation
German[ˈt͡siːən]
drew
ziehen - drew
free flashcards
Learn for freeLearn 7 words from "Lists"
Active review

How many words can you learn in a year?

If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.

ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.

Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.

We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.

How many words you can add to active review
PacePer dayPer yearBest for
Easy3 words≈ 1,100 wordsstarting without pressure
Balanced5 words≈ 1,800 wordssteady growth
Recommended8 words≈ 2,900 wordsaround 3,000 words a year
Fast10 words≈ 3,650 wordsvisible vocabulary growth
Intensive15 words≈ 5,500 wordsstrong motivation

ziehen with English translation

ziehen usage examples

🇬🇧English🇩🇪German

Er zog das Kabel zu sich.

🇬🇧English🇩🇪German

Sie zog den Stuhl an den Tisch.

Learn by topic

ziehen belongs to the topic "Lists". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

ziehendrew
kochencook
sich ändernchange
bindentie
folgenfollow
entfernenremove
sich anfühlenfeel

ziehen synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between ziehen / heranzog / anzog / malte / zeichnete / zog

H
🇩🇪German
heranzog

Pulled something toward oneself, bringing it closer.

A1Rarely
A
🇩🇪German
anzog

Pulled toward oneself; can also mean "put on" in another context.

A1Very Often
M
🇩🇪German
malte

Painted with colors; does not mean "pulled" literally.

A1Often
Z
🇩🇪German
zeichnete

Drew, sketched, or traced; about making lines or pictures, not pulling.

A1Often
Z
🇩🇪German
zog

Pulled or dragged something; the closest simple equivalent.

A1Very Often
S
🇩🇪German
schleppte

Dragged something with effort, usually because it was heavy or awkward.

A1Often
R
🇩🇪German
riss

Pulled suddenly or yanked out; stronger and rougher than simply pulling.

A1Often

What's the difference

Related words and lists for ziehen

How to pronounce ziehen and what this word means

ziehen means drew. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce ziehen

[ˈt͡siːən]

ziehen translation

drew

ziehen examples

Er zog das Kabel zu sich.

ziehen transcription

[ˈt͡siːən]

Questions about this word

ziehen meaning: what does it mean?

etwas zu sich heranziehen

ziehen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

ziehen is pronounced as [ˈt͡siːən]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

ziehen definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Er zog das Kabel zu sich. Translation: Он потянул кабель к себе.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn ziehen in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.

ziehen - pronunciation, meaning and examples | ZapomniEnglish