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legen

put

Meaning of legen

etwas an einen bestimmten Ort oder in eine bestimmte Position bringen

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German[ˈleːɡən]
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legen belongs to the topic "Top 300". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

legenput
kochencook
sich ändernchange
bindentie
folgenfollow
entfernenremove
sich anfühlenfeel

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

🇩🇪German
legen

To put something into or inside something else, often into a hole, pocket, or container.

A1Very Often

Er steckt den Schlüssel in die Tasche.

Он кладёт ключ в карман.

A
🇩🇪German
anbringen

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

A1Rarely

Er bringt ein Schild an der Tür an.

Он прикрепляет табличку на дверь.

B
🇩🇪German
befestigen

To fasten or secure something so it does not move.

A1Often

Bitte befestige das Bild mit zwei Nägeln.

Пожалуйста, закрепи картину двумя гвоздями.

H
🇩🇪German
hinlegen

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

A1Very Often

Ich lege das Buch auf den Tisch und will es hinlegen.

Я кладу книгу на стол и хочу положить её горизонтально.

P
🇩🇪German
platzieren

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

A1Rarely

Die Vase wurde auf dem Tisch platziert.

Ваза была размещена на столе.

🇩🇪German

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

A1Very Often

Ich setze das Kind auf den Stuhl.

Я сажаю ребёнка на стул.

🇩🇪German

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

A1Very Often

Ich stelle die Flasche auf den Tisch.

Я ставлю бутылку на стол.

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legen translation: put. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce legen

[ˈleːɡən]

legen translation

put

legen transcription

[ˈleːɡən]

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etwas an einen bestimmten Ort oder in eine bestimmte Position bringen

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